CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
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.
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2010/12963r-eng.php
In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2010/12963r-eng.php
Step2® Recalls to Repair Riding Toys Due to Risk of Injury
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buggy and contact Step2 for a free repair kit.
Contact Information
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
Recall Details
Sold At
Major retailers and specialty stores from August 1999 through March 2010 for between $29 and $59.
Injuries
The firm has received 28 reports of the handle detaching; two incidents required professional medical treatment and 26 resulted in minor scrapes and scratches.
Manufacturer
Step2 Company, of Streetsboro, Ohio
Recall Number
10229
Product Information
Product Name
Push Around and Whisper Ride Buggies
Product Type
Toy Ride-on
Number of Units
About 2.5 million
Manufacturer Name
Step2 Company, of Streetsboro, Ohio
Manufactured In
United States