CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Scooters and Mini Bikes
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The hazard
The motor control circuits can malfunction, causing the scooters and mini bikes to continue to run after the power or throttle button is released, posing a risk of injury to children.
Incidents reported: Fisher-Price has received 56 reports of incidents with the scooters, including one report of a chipped tooth and one report of a broken arm. Fisher-Price has received 24 reports of incidents involving the mini bike, including one report of a leg laceration.
What to do now
Consumers should take the toy vehicle(s) away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive information on how to have their toys serviced for free at a certified Power Wheels Service Center. The Service Centers will make modifications to the toy vehicles' circuitry.
Contact: Consumers may contact Fisher-Price at (800) 528-7153 anytime or log on to www.service.mattel.com
About this recall
The recalled Lightning PAC Scooters and MX3 Mini Bikes are battery powered ride-on toys designed for children ages six years and older. The product names are located on the side of the toy. The recalled scooters and mini bikes have model numbers of 73530 (Lightning PAC) or 73535 and B2222 (MX3 Mini Bike), which can be found inside the battery compartment.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC