CPSC, K'NEX Industries Announce Recall of Children' Toys
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-01-20). Hazards: explosion, laceration. About 14,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04065 |
| Published | 2004-01-20 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-17 |
| Product category | Toy Cars |
| Products | Mud Boggers and "Street Shredders" Pump Up Racers |
| Firm named in the title | K'NEX Industries |
| Firms | K'NEX Industries Inc., of Hatfield, Pa. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 14,000 |
| Hazard classes | explosion, laceration |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Toys R Us, Wal-Mart, and Target stores nationwide sold the toys, between November 2003 and December 2003, for about $10. |
Description
The recalled K'NEX Pump Up Racers come in two models: the "Mud Bogger," which has a yellow car body and the "Street Shredder," which has a red car body. Both models have a date code beginning with 7803, which is located on the bottom of the air motor, directly under the name "K'NEX Industries Inc." The toy cars come with a pump attachment that helps project the car forward.
Hazard
The air motor in the toy cars can burst while being pumped up, causing parts of the motor or car to break off. Some of these parts can have sharp points and pose a risk of eye or laceration injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop children from using these toy cars immediately and contact the company for a free replacement air motor or alternative product.
Incidents and injuries
K'NEX has received two reports of bursting air motors, though no injuries have been reported.
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