CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Vehicles
Recalled May 22, 2003 · CPSC recall 03127 · International Playthings
Hazard
Small parts on the vehicles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the company for information on receiving a replacement toy.
Units
126,000
Incidents / injuries
International Playthings has received one report of small parts detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The Viking Mini Chubbies are toy wagons, tractors, helicopters, cars, airplanes, and jeeps. The toys measure about 3 inches long and were sold in red, blue and yellow. Model numbers are printed on the bottom of the toy. Models included in the recall are AW01119, AW41111, AW61005 and AW81119.
What to do
Consumers should contact the company for information on receiving a replacement toy.
Contact
International Playthings toll-free at (800) 445-8347 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.intplay.com/recall.htm
Product
Viking Mini Chubbies toy vehicles
Manufacturer(s)
International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
Retailers
Specialty toy stores nationwide sold these toys, from April 2002 through March 2003, for about $1.
Made in
Thailand
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →