Children's Scooters Recalled by Kiddieland Due to Laceration Hazard

Hazard

A child's finger can get caught in the hinge mechanism between the steering column and the platform, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Kiddieland for a free repair kit.

Repair

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and Kiddieland have received two reports of children whose fingers got caught in the hinge mechanism and required stitches.

Product description

This recall involves three models of Kiddieland "Lights and Sounds" three-wheeled scooters including a red Spiderman, a blue Thomas & Friends™ and a pink girl's scooter. The scooters have buttons on the handle that play music and sounds. "Kiddieland" is molded on the back of the steering mechanism. Spiderman or Thomas & Friends™ are found on the steering mechanism and platform. The girl's model has butterflies on the platform.

Sold on

Toys R Us and JCPenney from January 2009 through February 2011 for about $40

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Kiddieland toll-free at (800) 430-5307 or visit the firm's website at www.kiddieland.com.hk