CPSC, The Sportsman's Guide Announce Recall of the Big Red Wagon
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-05-30). Hazards: explosion. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02542 |
| Published | 2002-05-30 |
| Last updated | 2025-11-07 |
| Product category | Wagons |
| Products | Big Red Wagons |
| Firm named in the title | The Sportsman's Guide |
| Firms | The Sportsman's Guide, of South St. Paul, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Taiwan |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | explosion |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | The Sportsman's Guide sold the red wagon nationwide through its catalogue, the Internet and the Sportsman's Guide retail store, from October 2001 through April 2002, for about $60. |
Description
The children's wagon is identified by the number 54774 and is made of red steel. The wagon measures 3-3/4" deep x 33-1/2" long x 15-1/2" wide. It has a black metal handle 18" long and four rubber inflated wheels. The big red wagon was manufactured in Taiwan.
Hazard
The Big Red Wagon has four rubber wheels that include plastic rims that may break and explode under pressure, when being inflated. Parts of the wheel and the tire can strike and injure anyone nearby.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the Big Red Wagon immediately and contact The Sportsman's Guide to receive free replacement wheels and a $10 coupon.
Incidents and injuries
The Sportsman's Guide is aware of eight incidents, in which the tires have exploded. Three of the incidents involved adult consumers who sustained injuries described as lacerations to the hand and abrasions.
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