CPSC, Target Announce Recall of Children's Toy Trucks
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2005-07-19). Hazards: choking. About 17,400 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 05228 |
| Published | 2005-07-19 |
| Last updated | 2024-10-22 |
| Product category | Toy Trucks |
| Products | So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel Trucks |
| Firm named in the title | Target |
| Firms | Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 17,400 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Target Stores nationwide, from April 2005 through May 2005, for about $5. |
Description
The recall includes four-piece "So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel" Truck sets. Various trucks sold in the sets include a combination of fire trucks, oil trucks, vegetable trucks, sanitation trucks, tow trucks and box trucks. Writing on the trucks includes, "EMERGENCY" or "CITY SERVICE." The words "So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel Truck" and the item number 204 02 0838 are written on the packaging.
Hazard
Small parts could break off the truck, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take the toy trucks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store for a gift card in the amount of a full refund ($5.00, plus applicable state taxes).
Incidents and injuries
None.
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