Battery-Powered Ride-On Vehicles
Published October 27, 2005
Summary
CPSC records recall 06018, published October 27, 2005. Recalling firm: Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.; Reported units: About 141,000.
What's the hazard
An electronic malfunction can occur in the ride-on vehicle's circuit board and/or battery connector, resulting in smoking and melting of components. This poses a vehicle fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers, if components are touched while malfunctioning.
What to do
Consumers should take the recalled ride-on vehicles away from children immediately and contact the company for a free repair.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
- Manufacturer
- Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind.
- Distributor
- Major toy stores and mass merchandise outlets nationwide under the brands Safety 1st and Kid Trax by Safety 1st from January 2004 through August 2005 for about $300.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Battery-Powered Ride-On Vehicles recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 06018 on October 27, 2005. Reported hazard: An electronic malfunction can occur in the ride-on vehicle's circuit board and/or battery connector, resulting in smoking and melting of components. This poses a vehicle fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers, if components are touched while malfunctioning.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should take the recalled ride-on vehicles away from children immediately and contact the company for a free repair.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind..