CPSC recall · Reported April 14, 2004
CPSC, Mattel, Inc. Announce Recall of BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™ Toy Vehicle
The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children.
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif. recalled The recalled "BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™" toy car is a 20-inch blue and gray plastic vehicle with….
CPSC, Mattel, Inc. Announce Recall of BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™ Toy Vehicle was recalled by Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif. in April 14, 2004. Reason: The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential p…. Remedy: Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for in…. Verify recall #04118 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential p….
- None
- agency class
- 314K units
- affected scope
- April 14, 2004
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04118 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. 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.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 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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Product description
The recalled "BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™" toy car is a 20-inch blue and gray plastic vehicle with a detachable motorcycle. Model number B4944 is written on the bottom of the toy vehicle.
Reason for recall
The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings. Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and easily at home; instructions will be provided.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04118 |
| Date reported | April 14, 2004 |
| Date initiated | April 14, 2004 |
| Recalling firm | Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif. |
| Affected scope | 314,000 |
| 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
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement …
- Check the recall number (04118) 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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