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CPSC recall · Reported February 23, 2017

Little Tikes Recalls Toddler Swings Due to Fall Hazard

The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.

Recall #
17096
Affected scope
About 540,000
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Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio recalled This recall involves Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure pink toddler swings. The swings h… - a moderate-severity action.

Little Tikes Recalls Toddler Swings Due to Fall Hazard was recalled by Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio in February 23, 2017. Reason: The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swings and contact Little Tikes for …. Verify recall #17096 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard..

Moderate
severity level
February 23, 2017
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17096 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #17096) was formally reported on February 23, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 540,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swings and contact Little Tikes for a refund in the form of a credit towards the purchase of another Little Tikes product. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 540,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure pink toddler swings. The swings have a pink T-shaped restraint in front with a Little Tikes logo. The swing is suspended by four yellow ropes. The model number 615573 is molded on the back of the swing seat and there is a manufacturing date code stamp on the back of the seat. The molded INNER arrow of the date code stamp points to "10", "11", "12" or "13", it is included in the recall. In addition, swings with a date code stamp of "9" on the INNER arrow combined with "43" or higher number stamped on the OUTER are included in this recall. No other date codes or other colored swings are affected.

Reason for recall

The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swings and contact Little Tikes for a refund in the form of a credit towards the purchase of another Little Tikes product.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 17096
Date reported February 23, 2017
Date initiated February 23, 2017
Recalling firm Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio
Affected scope About 540,000
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

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swings and contact Little Tikes for a refund in the form of a credit towards…

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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure pink toddler swings. The swings have a pink T-shaped restraint in front with a Little Tikes logo. The swing is suspended by four yellow ropes. The model number 615573 is molded on the back of the swing seat and there is a manufacturing date code stamp on the back of the seat. The molded INNER arrow of the date code stamp points to "10", "11", "12" or "13", it is included in the recall. In addition, swings with a date code stamp of "9" on the INNER arrow combined with "43" or higher number stamped on the OUTER are included in this recall. No other date codes or other colored swings are affected.. Recalled by Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio. Units affected: About 540,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swings and contact Little Tikes for a refund in the form of a credit towards the purchase of another Little Tikes product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 23, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17096.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (17096) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported February 23, 2017. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.