PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

Bluestem Brands Recalls Range Rider Ride-on Toy Cars Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: September 12, 2012 Initiated: September 12, 2012 #12747

Product Description

This recall involves battery-powered Range Rider ride-on toy cars with an off-road vehicle body style and plastic tires. The ride-on cars were sold in pink and tan colors. The recalled Range Riders can be identified by their product code and model number. The model number is on the back of the seat of the ride-on toy car. The product code does not appear on the ride-on toy cars, but can be found on the product carton. The recalled models include: Model # Product Code Product 90407B NI374 Tan Range Rider 90407G NU640 Pink Range Rider

Reason for Recall

The battery can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ride-on toy cars and remove the battery and contact Bluestem for a full refund of the purchase price plus reimbursement for shipping and handling. The firm is directly contacting those who purchased the recalled ride-on toy cars.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves battery-powered Range Rider ride-on toy cars with an off-road vehicle body style and plastic tires. The ride-on cars were sold in pink and tan colors. The recalled Range Riders can be identified by their product code and model number. The model number is on the back of the seat of the ride-on toy car. The product code does not appear on the ride-on toy cars, but can be found on the product carton. The recalled models include: Model # Product Code Product 90407B NI374 Tan Range Rider 90407G NU640 Pink Range Rider. Units affected: About 4,700.
Why was this product recalled?
The battery can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ride-on toy cars and remove the battery and contact Bluestem for a full refund of the purchase price plus reimbursement for shipping and handling. The firm is directly contacting those who purchased the recalled ride-on toy cars.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 12, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12747.