CPSC recall · Reported November 27, 2012
Children's Riding Toy Recalled by Step2 Due to Fall Hazard
Children who lean too far forward on the seat can go over the handle bar and hit the ground. This poses a fall hazard.
The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio recalled The recalled product is an X-Rider Car. It is a red, plastic toy scooter with a yellow ha….
Children's Riding Toy Recalled by Step2 Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio in November 27, 2012. Reason: Children who lean too far forward on the seat can go over the handle bar and hit the ground. This poses a fal…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Step2 t…. Verify recall #13049 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio issued this CPSC recall-Children who lean too far forward on the seat can go over the handle bar and hit the ground. This poses a fal….
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- agency class
- November 27, 2012
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #13049 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. 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 product is an X-Rider Car. It is a red, plastic toy scooter with a yellow handlebar and seat, and two blue stickers that simulate headlights. It is 14 inches high, 14 inches wide and 19 inches long. The middle of the handle bar contains the Step2 logo. Step2's contact information is located on the rider's left side of the car. Children use their feet to propel the toy.
Reason for recall
Children who lean too far forward on the seat can go over the handle bar and hit the ground. This poses a fall hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Step2 to receive a free replacement toy.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 13049 |
| Date reported | November 27, 2012 |
| Date initiated | November 27, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio |
| Affected scope | About 15,500 |
| 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
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Step2 to receive a free replacement toy.
- Check the recall number (13049) 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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