CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of
CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of Viking Chubbies Toy Cars
Why was CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of recalled?
The heads on the figures sold with the cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on returning the product for a free replacement item of similar value. Contact: For additional information, contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.intplay.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Viking Chubbies Toy Cars
- Company
- International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
- Quantity
- About 1,900
- Sold at
- Specialty toy stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $14.
- Recall date
- November 22, 2005
- Incidents / injuries
- No injuries or incidents have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
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.