CPSC, Nikko America Announce Recall of Radio-Control Toy Trucks
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The hazard
A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Incidents reported: Nikko America has received five reports of the toy trucks overheating, resulting in minor property damage caused by fire and smoke. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.
Contact: Contact Nikko America toll-free at (800) 736-4556 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
About this recall
The recalled toy trucks were manufactured from April 2003 through January 2004. The trucks are 1/10 scale models (approximately 18 inches in length) of the Chevy Avalanche (model 100021A), the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (model 100022A and 100022B), the Hummer Wagon (model 100023A and 100023B) and the Ford F150 (model 100024A and 100024B). Model numbers can be found on the body of the truck, along with the vehicle make and model names.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC