Children's Merry-Go-Rounds Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us Recalled by Pacific Cycle Due to Fall Hazard
Recalled June 12, 2008 · CPSC recall 08305 · Pacific Cycle
Hazard
The inner bearing on the merry-go-round can fail, causing the seat assembly to suddenly drop to the ground. This poses a fall hazard to children riding the merry-go-round.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the merry-go-round away from children and return it to Toys R Us for a full refund, or contact Pacific Cycle to receive a free retrofit kit.
Units
About 15,000
Incidents / injuries
Pacific Cycle has received one report of an injury involving the merry-go-round, which resulted in a fall and abrasions to a child.
Description
The Playsafe Spinning Quad Merry-Go-Round has four yellow plastic seats and black and silver metal bars.
What to do
Consumers should immediately take the merry-go-round away from children and return it to Toys R Us for a full refund, or contact Pacific Cycle to receive a free retrofit kit.
Contact
For additional information, contact Pacific Cycle toll free at (877) 564-2261 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.pacific-cycle.com
Product
Playsafe Spinning Quad Merry-Go-Rounds
Manufacturer(s)
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Retailers
Toys R Us nationwide between January 2008 through March 2008 for between $80 and $100.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →