CPSC recall · Reported November 21, 2002
CPSC, Kolcraft Announce Recall of Toy Attachments on Baby Walkers
The flower toys on the baby walker's tray can detach from the stems, exposing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard to young children.
Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., of Chicago, Ill. recalled The walkers are multi-colored and have either a detachable toy bar or a detachable music ….
CPSC, Kolcraft Announce Recall of Toy Attachments on Baby Walkers was recalled by Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., of Chicago, Ill. in November 21, 2002. Reason: The flower toys on the baby walker's tray can detach from the stems, exposing sharp edges and posing a lacera…. Remedy: Consumers should remove the detachable toy bars or music center toy trays on these walker…. Verify recall #03043 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., of Chicago, Ill. issued this CPSC recall-The flower toys on the baby walker's tray can detach from the stems, exposing sharp edges and posing a lacera….
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- agency class
- November 21, 2002
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03043 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The walkers are multi-colored and have either a detachable toy bar or a detachable music center on the tray. On each tray are two 6.5-inch stems with 3.5-inch stars on top. The recalled walkers were sold under the "Tot Rider" and "Carter's" brand names. Tot Rider walkers included in the recall have model numbers 14303-AC, 14303-CC and 14401-OT. The model numbers are printed on stickers located on the inside wall of the base of the walkers. The names "Tot Rider" and "Kolcraft" are printed on stickers attached to the front of the walker. The Carter's model walkers included in the recall have model numbers 14303-LB, 14303-UE and 14304- LJ. The model numbers are printed on stickers located on the inside wall of the base of the walkers. The words "Carter's" and "Music Center" are printed on stickers attached to the front of the walker. Walker models 14303 and 14304 were manufactured from December 2000 through August 2002, and walker model 14401 was manufactured from January 2000 through July 2002. The manufacturing date is printed on the sticker with the model number.
Reason for recall
The flower toys on the baby walker's tray can detach from the stems, exposing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should remove the detachable toy bars or music center toy trays on these walkers immediately.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03043 |
| Date reported | November 21, 2002 |
| Date initiated | November 21, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc., of Chicago, Ill. |
| Affected scope | About 410,000 |
| 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 remove the detachable toy bars or music center toy trays on these walkers immediately.
- Check the recall number (03043) 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.
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