CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
CPSC, Nikko America Announce Recall of Radio-Control Toy Trucks
The recalled toy trucks were manufactured from April 2003 through January 2004. The trucks are 1/10 scale models (approximately 18 inches in length) of the Chevy Avalanche (model 100021A), the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (model 100022A and 100022B), the Hummer Wagon (model 100023A and 100023B) and the Ford F150 (model 100024A and 100024B). Model numbers can be found on the body of the truck, along with the vehicle make and model names.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.
Contact Information
Contact Nikko America toll-free at (800) 736-4556 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Major toy and discount department stores nationwide sold the toy trucks, from July 2003 through February 2004, for about $60.
Injuries
Nikko America has received five reports of the toy trucks overheating, resulting in minor property damage caused by fire and smoke. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Nikko America Inc., of Plano, Texas
Recall Number
04117
Product Information
Product Name
Radio-control toy trucks
Product Type
Toy Trucks
Number of Units
About 287,000
Manufacturer Name
Nikko America Inc., of Plano, Texas