Tek Nek Toys Int'l L.P · Recalled
Plush Rocker Toys Recalled By Tek Nek Toys Due to Fall Hazard
The base of the rocker can become unstable and allow the rocker to tip forward or backward, posing a fall hazard to children.
- Units
- About 122,000
- Reports
- 35
- Injuries
- 10
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $30
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
This recall involves Rock 'N Ride plush rocker toys sold in eight models: brown pony, pink pony, pink unicorn, deluxe pony, deluxe bull, lil' penguin, lil' propeller plane and Clifford big red rocker. The toys have molded plastic rocker bases and were sold for children at least 18 months old and up to 65 lbs. A button on the toy's ear, hat or dash activates songs and phrases when pressed. Rockers included in this recall have a date code from July 26, 2007 through December 29, 2007. The date codes are printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment.
The file
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart, Toys "R" Us, Kmart, Target, Atwoods, and Pamida stores nationwide and Internet retailers from September 2007 through March 2008 for about $30.
- Product type
- Toy Ride-on
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Tek Nek Toys Int'l L.P., of Southlake, Texas
Incident log
Tek Nek Toys has received 35 reports of the rockers tipping over, including ten reports of injuries such as bumps, bruises and lacerations.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately take the rocker toys away from young children and contact Tek Nek Toys for a free replacement base.
For additional information, contact Tek Nek Toys toll-free at (888) 686-2728 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.teknektoys.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 27 2008; last revised MAY 23 2014.
