CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The sweep arms suspending the riding chairs can broke free from the ride's center cylinder rod, posing a fall hazard to riders.
CPSC and Chance Rides Manufacturing Announce Recall to Inspect and Repair YO-YO Amusement Rides
The recall involves YO-YO amusement rides, consisting of a vertical cylinder with rotating horizontal sweep arms, from which the riding chairs hang.
Required Consumer Action
Owners and state safety officials can contact CRM to receive the inspection/repair kit and new inspection and maintenance guidelines that CRM is offering.
Contact Information
For more information, contact CRM at (800) 242-6231 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Injuries
CPSC has received reports of two incidents involving the YO-YO ride resulting in injuries to children and adults, including scraped knees and back strains. On May 16, 2008, 23 riders of a YO-YO ride in Angels Camp, Calif. fell to the ground when the sweep
Manufacturer
Chance Rides Manufacturing Inc. (CRM), of Wichita, Kansas
Recall Number
09005
Product Information
Product Name
YO-YO Amusement Rides
Product Type
Amusement Rides
Number of Units
About 85
Manufacturer Name
Chance Rides Manufacturing Inc. (CRM), of Wichita, Kansas