CPSC, Racing Champions Ertl, Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Toy Toolboxes
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The hazard
The toy's carrying handle can break, creating small parts and a sharp plastic edge that pose a choking and laceration hazard to young children.
Incidents reported: CPSC and RCE have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
What to do now
Parents and caregivers should take the toy away from young children immediately and contact RCE for instructions on returning these toys and receiving a free replacement toolbox.
Contact: Consumers may contact RCE at (866) 898-4999 anytime.
About this recall
The children's toolbox is a soft-shelled, plastic, green box with a yellow handle and yellow raised letters that read "John Deere." A John Deere Kids logo with a fawn inside a red oval is imprinted on the front of the toolbox. The toolbox is sold with a green and yellow plastic ratchet wrench and pliers inside. Stamped on the bottom of the product is "JOHN DEERE LICENSED PRODUCT" and "MADE IN CHINA." All yellow-handled toolboxes are included in this recall.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC