CPSC, Kolcraft Announce Recall of Toy Steering Wheels Sold on Strollers
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-05-21). Hazards: choking. Models: 55120. About 17,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02167 |
| Published | 2002-05-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-17 |
| Product category | Strollers & Accessories |
| Products | Toy steering wheel attachment sold on Kolcraft's Jeep® Cherokee stroller |
| Firm named in the title | Kolcraft |
| Firms | Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., of Chicago, Ill. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 17,000 |
| Model numbers | 55120 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Mass merchandise and juvenile products stores nationwide sold these strollers, from January 2001 through May 2002, for between $80 and $90. |
Description
The toy steering wheel was sold on Kolcraft's Jeep® Cherokee stroller model number 55120. The model number and "MADE IN CHINA" can be found on a sticker located on one of the rear legs of the stroller. "Jeep" is written with yellow raised lettering on the front of the steering wheel base. These toys and strollers were manufactured from January 2001 through February 2001. The manufacture date is listed below the model number on the rear leg sticker. Strollers manufactured after February 2001, with toy steering wheels, are not included in this recall.
Hazard
The steering wheel can break away from its base, allowing the small plastic turn signal and horn pieces to come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should remove the toy steering wheel on these strollers and contact Kolcraft to receive a free replacement toy steering wheel.
Incidents and injuries
Kolcraft has not received any reports of injury involving these strollers. This product is being recalled to prevent the possibility of injury.
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