Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2004-04-13T00:00:00
Product: Radio-control toy trucks
Company: Nikko America Inc., of Plano, Texas
Hazard: A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Description: The recalled toy trucks were manufactured from April 2003 through January 2004. The trucks are 1/10 scale models (approximately 18 inches in length) of the Chevy Avalanche (model 100021A), the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (model 100022A and 100022B), the Hummer Wagon (model 100023A and 100023B) and the Ford F150 (model 100024A and 100024B). Model numbers can be found on the body of the truck, along with the vehicle make and model names.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.
Incidents / Injuries: Nikko America has received five reports of the toy trucks overheating, resulting in minor property damage caused by fire and smoke. No injuries have been reported.
Recall Number: 04117
Product Type: Toys / Play Products
Hazard Type: Burn / Fire Hazard