CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Vehicles
CPSC recall 03127 · announced May 22, 2003 · International Playthings · 126,000 units affected
The product
The Viking Mini Chubbies are toy wagons, tractors, helicopters, cars, airplanes, and jeeps. The toys measure about 3 inches long and were sold in red, blue and yellow. Model numbers are printed on the bottom of the toy. Models included in the recall are AW01119, AW41111, AW61005 and AW81119.
The hazard
Small parts on the vehicles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should contact the company for information on receiving a replacement toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): International Playthings has received one report of small parts detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores nationwide sold these toys, from April 2002 through March 2003, for about $1.
Consumer contact: International Playthings toll-free at (800) 445-8347 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.intplay.com/recall.htm
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.