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CPSC recall · Reported June 12, 2002

CPSC and Graco Announce Recall of Toy Track on Activity Centers

The toy track can break, presenting a cut or pinch hazard, and exposed small parts pose a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
02180
Affected scope
About 152,000
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Graco Children's Products, Inc., of Elverson, Pa. recalled The recalled activity centers include the Tot Wheels V, models 4511 and 4521, and the Con… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC and Graco Announce Recall of Toy Track on Activity Centers was recalled by Graco Children's Products, Inc., of Elverson, Pa. in June 12, 2002. Reason: The toy track can break, presenting a cut or pinch hazard, and exposed small parts pose a choking hazard to y…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using these activity centers with toy tracks immediately, and conta…. Verify recall #02180 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Graco Children's Products, Inc., of Elverson, Pa. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The toy track can break, presenting a cut or pinch hazard, and exposed small parts pose a choking hazard to y….

Moderate
severity level
June 12, 2002
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02180 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #02180) was formally reported on June 12, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Graco Children's Products, Inc., of Elverson, Pa. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 152,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The toy track can break, presenting a cut or pinch hazard, and exposed small parts pose a choking hazard to young children. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should stop using these activity centers with toy tracks immediately, and contact Graco, to receive a free replacement track. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 152,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled activity centers include the Tot Wheels V, models 4511 and 4521, and the Convertible Entertainer, models 4652 and 35225. The model numbers and the words, "made in U.S.A." are printed on a label on the underside of the tray on the activity centers. The green wavy toy track sits on the tray of the activity center. Five objects spin and slide along the toy track.

Reason for recall

The toy track can break, presenting a cut or pinch hazard, and exposed small parts pose a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop using these activity centers with toy tracks immediately, and contact Graco, to receive a free replacement track.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 02180
Date reported June 12, 2002
Date initiated June 12, 2002
Recalling firm Graco Children's Products, Inc., of Elverson, Pa.
Affected scope About 152,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should stop using these activity centers with toy tracks immediately, and contact Graco, to receive a free replacement …

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled activity centers include the Tot Wheels V, models 4511 and 4521, and the Convertible Entertainer, models 4652 and 35225. The model numbers and the words, "made in U.S.A." are printed on a label on the underside of the tray on the activity centers. The green wavy toy track sits on the tray of the activity center. Five objects spin and slide along the toy track.. Recalled by Graco Children's Products, Inc., of Elverson, Pa.. Units affected: About 152,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The toy track can break, presenting a cut or pinch hazard, and exposed small parts pose a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using these activity centers with toy tracks immediately, and contact Graco, to receive a free replacement track.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 12, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02180.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (02180) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported June 12, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.