Safety regulator, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of Viking Chubbies Toy Cars
Recall 06033 · Nov 22, 2005 · International Playthings Inc.
1,900
units affected
1,900
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06033
- Date
- Nov 22, 2005
- Company
- International Playthings Inc.
- Units affected
- 1,900
- Product
- Viking Chubbies Toy Cars
- Product type
- Toy Cars
- Hazard
- Choking
The product
This recall involves Viking Chubbies 10-inch toy sedans sold with two figurines. The multi-colored toys are made of plastic. The toy figurines measure about 3 inches tall. "Viking Toys," "Sweden" and "Made in Thailand" are printed on the bottom of the car.
What can happen
The heads on the figures sold with the cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The fix
Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on returning the product for a free replacement item of similar value.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No injuries or incidents have been reported.
- Sold at
- Specialty toy stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $14.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled viking chubbies toy cars?
Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on returning the product for a free replacement item of similar value.
What is the hazard?
The heads on the figures sold with the cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.