PlayKids USA Recall of Baby Walkers
PlayKids USA baby walkers
Date of Recall
2004-09-28CPSC Release Number
04-225Manufactured In
TaiwanCompany Phone Number
(718) 797-0302Units
About 1,600Manufacturer
PlayKids USA, Inc. of Brooklyn, N.Y.Sold By
Small independent specialty juvenile retailers nationwide sold the baby walker from February 2003 through April 2004 for between $29 and $39.Problem/Hazard
The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
These baby walkers were sold under the brand name "Playkids USA." They have model numbers PLK94STP, PLT95STP, PLK2000RC, PLK95, PLK94, PLK98STP, PLK2000 or PLK300 on the package and on a sewn-in label on the seat back. The plastic walkers have eight snap-in wheels, an activity tray with toy wheels, knobs and lights, and a padded fabric seat. They come in a variety of colors and seat fabrics. The sewn-in seat label also reads "PLAYKIDS U.S.A. BROOKLYN, NY 11229 MADE IN TAIWAN."Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and contact PlayKids to receive a full refund.Consumer Contact
PlayKids USA, Inc. at (718) 797-0302 collect between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.Recall Comments
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