CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Scooters and Mini Bikes

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #04031) was formally reported on November 13, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.y. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 30,000 Lightning PAC Scooters, and about 55,000 MX3 Mini Bikes.

The documented reason for this recall is: The motor control circuits can malfunction, causing the scooters and mini bikes to continue to run after the power or throttle button is released, posing a risk of injury to 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 the toy vehicle(s) away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive information on how to have their toys serviced for free at a certified Power Wheels Service… - 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.