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Fisher-Price Recalls Children's Trikes Due to Risk of Serious Injury

Reported: September 30, 2010 Initiated: September 30, 2010 #10359

Product Description

This recall involves the Fisher-Price Trikes and Tough Trikes toddler tricycles with model numbers listed in the chart below and that have either a disc-shaped or D-shaped pretend key. The model numbers are located under the seat in the storage compartment. The trikes are intended for children 2 to 5 years of age. The pretend keys are located about 3 inches in front of the seat and protrude at least 5/8 inches above the trike's body. The trikes manufactured after June 16, 2010 are not included in this recall. These trikes have a modified key in a flattened D shape (see picture) and a manufacturer run number higher than 1670Q2. The run number indicates the trike was manufactured on the 167th day of 2010 or on June 16, 2010. The run number is found under the seat below the model number.

Reason for Recall

A child can strike, sit or fall on the protruding plastic ignition key resulting in serious injury, including genital bleeding.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately place the trikes out of children's reach and contact Fisher-Price for a free replacement key.

Details

Units Affected
About 7 Million in the United States and 150,000 in Canada

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Fisher-Price Trikes and Tough Trikes toddler tricycles with model numbers listed in the chart below and that have either a disc-shaped or D-shaped pretend key. The model numbers are located under the seat in the storage compartment. The trikes are intended for children 2 to 5 years of age. The pretend keys are located about 3 inches in front of the seat and protrude at least 5/8 inches above the trike's body. The trikes manufactured after June 16, 2010 are not included in this recall. These trikes have a modified key in a flattened D shape (see picture) and a manufacturer run number higher than 1670Q2. The run number indicates the trike was manufactured on the 167th day of 2010 or on June 16, 2010. The run number is found under the seat below the model number.. Recalled by Fisher-Price Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y.. Units affected: About 7 Million in the United States and 150,000 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
A child can strike, sit or fall on the protruding plastic ignition key resulting in serious injury, including genital bleeding.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately place the trikes out of children's reach and contact Fisher-Price for a free replacement key.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 30, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10359.