Step2 Recalls to Repair Riding Toys Due to Risk of Injury

Push Around and Whisper Ride Buggies

Date of Recall

2010-05-12

CPSC Release Number

10-229

Manufactured In

United States

Company Phone Number

(866) 860-1887

Units

About 2.5 million

Importer

Step2 Company, of Streetsboro, Ohio

Sold By

Major retailers and specialty stores from August 1999 through March 2010 for between $29 and $59.

Problem/Hazard

A pin attaching to the yellow knob on the handle of the buggy can loosen, causing the handle to detach from the buggy. This poses a serious risk of injury to young children.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received 28 reports of the handle detaching; two incidents required professional medical treatment and 26 resulted in minor scrapes and scratches.

Description

The Step2® Push Around Buggy™ and Whisper Ride Buggy™ are ride-on toys. The buggy comes in various colors; such as, orange, red, blue, pink and green. The buggies have a red "Step2" logo on the handle of the buggy.

Only buggies with pins that have yellow knobs are included in this recall.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled buggy and contact Step2 for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Step2 toll-free at (866) 860-1887 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.step2.com

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