CPSC, Little Tikes Announce Recall of Swings

Recalled October 10, 2001 · CPSC recall 02011 · Little Tikes

Recalled "2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure" swing; Only swings with blue or white buckles are recalled

Hazard

The buckles on the swing can break and the shoulder restraint straps can pull out of the back of the seat, causing young children to fall.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and contact Little Tikes, to receive a repair kit.

Units

About 250,000

Incidents / injuries

CPSC and Little Tikes have received 14 reports of problems with the swings. Five injuries to children included abrasions, bruises, cuts and bumps to the head.

Description

The swings are made of molded plastic and have a blue seat with a red T-shaped restraint front. The model number 4117-00 is molded underneath the seat. The "little tikes" logo is written on the T-shaped restraint bar on the front of the swing. The swings were sold for children ages 9 months through 4 years old. The swing is suspended with four yellow ropes. Only swings with blue or white buckles are included in this recall.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and contact Little Tikes, to receive a repair kit.

Contact

Consumers may contact Little Tikes at www.littletikes.com or call (800) 321-0183 anytime.

Product

Little Tikes Home "2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure" swings

Distributed by

Little Tikes Company, of Hudson, Ohio

Retailers

Juvenile product and toy stores nationwide sold the swings, from December 2000 through September 2001, for about $20.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →