CPSC, Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. Announce Recall of Kiddie Car Cruisers Sold Exclusively at Big Y Stores
Recalled June 9, 2004 · CPSC recall 04555 · Far East Brokers and Consultants
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled car immediately and return it to a Big Y store to receive a refund.
Units
About 500
Incidents / injuries
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.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled car immediately and return it to a Big Y store to receive a refund.
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.
Product
Kiddie Car Cruisers
Manufacturer(s)
Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. (FEBC), of Jacksonville, Fla.
Imported by
Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. (FEBC), of Jacksonville, Fla.
Retailers
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.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →