DATE: April 21, 2011
CATEGORY: Sporting Goods;Miscellaneous
COMPANY/BRAND: Kiddieland Toys Limited
THE DANGER: A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.
DESCRIPTION: This recall involves about 16,700 "Lights and Sounds" scooters including a red Spiderman, a blue Thomas & Friends and a pink girl's scooter. The scooters have buttons on the handle that play music and sounds. "Kiddieland" is molded on the back of the steering mechanism. Spiderman or Thomas & Friends are found on the steering mechanism and platform. The girl's model has butterflies on the platform.
SOLD AT: Toys R Us and JCPenney from January 2009 through February 2011 for about $40
WHAT TO DO: Immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland toll-free at 800-430-5307 or visit kiddieland.com.hk for a free repair kit.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml11/11206.html