Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2001-10-10T00:00:00
Product: Little Tikes Home "2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure" swings
Company: Juvenile product and toy stores nationwide sold the swings, from December 2000 through September 2001, for about $20.
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.
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.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the swings immediately and contact Little Tikes, to receive a repair kit.
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.
Recall Number: 02011
Product Type: Outdoor / Sports / Ride-On
Hazard Type: Fall / Injury Hazard