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CPSC, Tek Nek Toys Announce Recall of Ride-On Toys

Reported: April 14, 2004 Initiated: April 14, 2004 #04119

Product Description

The ride-on toys were sold under five model names including Butterfly Girl, Fire Rescue, Mermaid, Police Car, and Tonka Construction Crew. The toys can be used as a ride-on or push walker toy, with a handle on the back of the seat rest. These toys were sold for children ages 1 to 3 years old. On the dash of the ride-on toys are buttons which produce sounds when activated. The recalled Ride-on vehicles have a date code from 20021127 to 20030319. The date code is located in the battery compartment located on the top panel next to the steering wheel.

Reason for Recall

The screw and nut assembly, attaching the steering wheel, can come loose, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take these recalled ride-on toy vehicles away from young children immediately and contact Tek Nek Toys for free replacement parts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The ride-on toys were sold under five model names including Butterfly Girl, Fire Rescue, Mermaid, Police Car, and Tonka Construction Crew. The toys can be used as a ride-on or push walker toy, with a handle on the back of the seat rest. These toys were sold for children ages 1 to 3 years old. On the dash of the ride-on toys are buttons which produce sounds when activated. The recalled Ride-on vehicles have a date code from 20021127 to 20030319. The date code is located in the battery compartment located on the top panel next to the steering wheel.. Recalled by Tek Nek Toys International, L.P., of Grapevine, Texas. Units affected: About 70,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The screw and nut assembly, attaching the steering wheel, can come loose, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take these recalled ride-on toy vehicles away from young children immediately and contact Tek Nek Toys for free replacement parts.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 14, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04119.