Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® Lightning PAC Scooters and Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® MX3™ Mini Bikes
Published June 14, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 05195, published June 14, 2005. Recalling firm: Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.; Reported units: About 29,000 scooters and 5,000 mini bikes.
What's the hazard
If tires are over-inflated, the plastic rim within the wheel can break, causing the tire to rupture. This poses the risk of facial and hand injuries while inflating the tire.
What to do
Consumers should take the recalled scooters and mini bikes away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive new warning labels and a free tire gauge to provide assistance during inflation. To prevent over-inflation, Fisher-Price recommends using a manual pump to inflate the tires.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.
- Manufacturer
- Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.
- Distributor
- Discount department and toy stores nationwide, from November 2001 through April 2003, for about $250 for the scooters and $200 for the mini bikes.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® Lightning PAC Scooters and Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® MX3™ Mini Bikes recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 05195 on June 14, 2005. Reported hazard: If tires are over-inflated, the plastic rim within the wheel can break, causing the tire to rupture. This poses the risk of facial and hand injuries while inflating the tire.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should take the recalled scooters and mini bikes away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive new warning labels and a free tire gauge to provide assistance during inflation. To prevent over-inflation, Fisher-Price recommends using a manual pump to inflate the tires.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y..