CPSC, Nikko America Announce Recall of Radio-Control Toy Trucks
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-04-13). Hazards: fire, burn. Models: 100022B, 100023B, F150, 100024B. About 287,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04117 |
| Published | 2004-04-13 |
| Last updated | 2025-02-05 |
| Product category | Toy Trucks |
| Products | Radio-control toy trucks |
| Firm named in the title | Nikko America |
| Firms | Nikko America Inc., of Plano, Texas (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 287,000 |
| Model numbers | 100022B, 100023B, F150, 100024B |
| Hazard classes | fire, burn |
| Remedy classes | replace, stop use |
| Sold | Major toy and discount department stores nationwide sold the toy trucks, from July 2003 through February 2004, for about $60. |
Description
The recalled toy trucks were manufactured from April 2003 through January 2004. The trucks are 1/10 scale models (approximately 18 inches in length) of the Chevy Avalanche (model 100021A), the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (model 100022A and 100022B), the Hummer Wagon (model 100023A and 100023B) and the Ford F150 (model 100024A and 100024B). Model numbers can be found on the body of the truck, along with the vehicle make and model names.
Hazard
A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.
Incidents and injuries
Nikko America has received five reports of the toy trucks overheating, resulting in minor property damage caused by fire and smoke. No injuries have been reported.
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