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CPSC recall · Reported March 14, 2018

Radio Flyer Recalls Electric Wagons Due to Injury Hazard

Improper wiring can activate the wagon's motor unintentionally, posing an injury hazard.

Recall #
18122
Affected scope
About 5,000
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves Radio Flyer's eWagon children's battery-operated electric wagons. Wh… — a moderate-severity action.

Radio Flyer Recalls Electric Wagons Due to Injury Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 14, 2018. Reason: Improper wiring can activate the wagon's motor unintentionally, posing an injury hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wagons and contact Radio Flyer for a…. Verify recall #18122 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — Improper wiring can activate the wagon's motor unintentionally, posing an injury hazard..

Moderate
severity level
March 14, 2018
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18122 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #18122) was formally reported on March 14, 2018. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 5,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: Improper wiring can activate the wagon's motor unintentionally, posing an injury 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 wagons and contact Radio Flyer for a full refund. — consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls — 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.

Vehicles recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category — 9,301 vehicles recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 100,165 recalls in the database, 23,668 are high severity, 72,097 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger — we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 5,000

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves Radio Flyer's eWagon children's battery-operated electric wagons. When force is applied to the wagon's electric handle, the motor activates to power the wagon. The foldable wagon is constructed of red and gray fabric and a steel frame and measures about 41 inches long, 25 inches wide, and 42 inches tall. The wagon has a removable canopy, two seats with seatbelts, four cup holders, a storage pouch, a removable battery and a telescoping handle where the power button is. The Radio Flyer logo is printed on each side of the wagon. Only wagons with model number 3912/3912A are included in this recall. The model number can be found on the handle warning label located near the pivoting joint.

Reason for recall

Improper wiring can activate the wagon's motor unintentionally, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wagons and contact Radio Flyer for a full refund.

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 18122
Date reported March 14, 2018
Date initiated March 14, 2018
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 5,000
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 wagons and contact Radio Flyer for a full refund.

  • Check the recall number (18122) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Radio Flyer's eWagon children's battery-operated electric wagons. When force is applied to the wagon's electric handle, the motor activates to power the wagon. The foldable wagon is constructed of red and gray fabric and a steel frame and measures about 41 inches long, 25 inches wide, and 42 inches tall. The wagon has a removable canopy, two seats with seatbelts, four cup holders, a storage pouch, a removable battery and a telescoping handle where the power button is. The Radio Flyer logo is printed on each side of the wagon. Only wagons with model number 3912/3912A are included in this recall. The model number can be found on the handle warning label located near the pivoting joint.. Units affected: About 5,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Improper wiring can activate the wagon's motor unintentionally, posing an injury hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wagons and contact Radio Flyer for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 14, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18122.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (18122) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 14, 2018.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)

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