Step2® Recalls to Repair Riding Toys Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC recall 10229 · announced May 12, 2010 · Step2 · 2 units affected
The product
The Step2® Push Around Buggy™ and Whisper Ride Buggy™ are ride-on toys. The buggy comes in various colors; such as, orange, red, blue, pink and green. The buggies have a red "Step2" logo on the handle of the buggy. Buggies that have a handle attached by a bolt with a plastic white or black head and nut are not included in this recall.
The hazard
A pin attaching to the yellow knob on the handle of the buggy can loosen, causing the handle to detach from the buggy. This poses a serious risk of injury to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buggy and contact Step2 for a free repair kit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received 28 reports of the handle detaching; two incidents required professional medical treatment and 26 resulted in minor scrapes and scratches.
Sold at: Major retailers and specialty stores from August 1999 through March 2010 for between $29 and $59.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Step2 toll-free at (866) 860-1887 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.step2.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.