CPSC, SunTech Enterprises Inc. Announce Recall Baby Walkers
CPSC recall 03182 · announced September 10, 2003 · Suntech Enterprises Inc., City Of Commerce, Calif · 4,100 units affected
The product
The recalled baby walkers are made with a plastic frame supported by six or eight wheels on the bottom. The walkers are blue, pink or bright green, with a padded seat and an activity tray. "SUN KIDS" or "HAPPY BABY" labels appear on some of the walkers.
The hazard
The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.
What to do (per CPSC)
Return to the store where purchased or contact the firm, to receive a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): No injuries have been reported, relating to these walkers.
Sold at: Small retailers and flea markets in Texas and California sold the walkers, from November 2002 through April 2003, for between $15 and $25.
Consumer contact: SunTech Enterprises Inc. at (866) 992-5766 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.