Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. Recall of Kiddie Car Cruisers Sold Exclusively at Big Y Stores

Kiddie Car Cruisers

Date of Recall
2004-06-09

CPSC Release Number
04-555

Manufactured In
China.

Units
About 500

Importer
Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. (FEBC), of Jacksonville, Fla.

Sold By
Big Y Stores in Massachusetts and Connecticut from May 6 to May 13, 2004 for about $100 with a Big Y Express savings card and about $300 without a savings card.

Problem/Hazard
The Kiddie Car Cruiser can continue to run when the accelerator is no longer depressed, which could result in the rider losing control of the car.

Injuries/Incidents
FEBC has received 10 reports of the Kiddie Car Cruiser continuing to run when the accelerator was not depressed. No injuries have been reported.

Description
The Kiddie Car Cruiser is a battery-operated ride-on toy car that measures about 27 inches high by 30 inches wide and 44 inches long. "Turbo" and "Cruiser" are printed on labels on the side of the ride-on toys.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled car immediately and return it to a Big Y store to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional questions, call Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. at (877) 332-9006 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.

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