Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported July 25, 2002
CPSC, Radio Flyer Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Steering Wheel on Toy Car
A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard to young children.
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Radio Flyer Inc., of Chicago, Ill. recalled The Model 8 Roadster is about 26 inches long with a red steel body and a red rubber horn … - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Radio Flyer Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Steering Wheel on Toy Car was recalled by Radio Flyer Inc., of Chicago, Ill. in July 25, 2002. Reason: A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard to young ch…. Remedy: Consumers should take these Roadsters from young children immediately and contact Redwago…. Verify recall #02214 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Radio Flyer Inc., of Chicago, Ill. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard to young ch….
- Moderate
- severity level
- July 25, 2002
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02214 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #02214) was formally reported on July 25, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Radio Flyer Inc., of Chicago, Ill. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 59,080.
The documented reason for this recall is: A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses 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 take these Roadsters from young children immediately and contact Redwagons to order a replacement steering wheel. - 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.
Vehicles recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 59,080
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The Model 8 Roadster is about 26 inches long with a red steel body and a red rubber horn on a black steering wheel. The words "Radio Flyer" and the number "8" appear on both sides of the riding toy. Roadsters included in this recall have a date of manufacture of 12/2001 or earlier and have a "horn symbol" embossed on the red rubber horn. A label with the date of manufacture is located on the bottom of the Roadster. The label has the letters "MD" followed by a date code that represents the month and year of manufacture (for example, MD 12/2001 is for a manufacture date of December 2001). Model 8 Roadsters manufactured after January 2002 are not involved in this recall. Model 8 Roadsters with a star embossed on the horn, even if manufactured in 2001, have been re-designed and are not included in this recall.
Reason for recall
A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should take these Roadsters from young children immediately and contact Redwagons to order a replacement steering wheel.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 02214 |
| Date reported | July 25, 2002 |
| Date initiated | July 25, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Radio Flyer Inc., of Chicago, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 59,080 |
| 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 take these Roadsters from young children immediately and contact Redwagons to order a replacement steering wheel.
- Check the recall number (02214) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The Model 8 Roadster is about 26 inches long with a red steel body and a red rubber horn on a black steering wheel. The words "Radio Flyer" and the number "8" appear on both sides of the riding toy. Roadsters included in this recall have a date of manufacture of 12/2001 or earlier and have a "horn symbol" embossed on the red rubber horn. A label with the date of manufacture is located on the bottom of the Roadster. The label has the letters "MD" followed by a date code that represents the month and year of manufacture (for example, MD 12/2001 is for a manufacture date of December 2001). Model 8 Roadsters manufactured after January 2002 are not involved in this recall. Model 8 Roadsters with a star embossed on the horn, even if manufactured in 2001, have been re-designed and are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Radio Flyer Inc., of Chicago, Ill.. Units affected: About 59,080.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these Roadsters from young children immediately and contact Redwagons to order a replacement steering wheel.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 25, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02214.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (02214) 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 July 25, 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.