Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2004-09-28T00:00:00
Product: Playkids USA baby walkers
Company: PlayKids USA, Inc. of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Hazard: The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs.
Description: These baby walkers were sold under the brand name "Playkids USA." They have model numbers PLK94STP, PLT95STP, PLK2000RC, PLK95, PLK94, PLK98STP, PLK2000 or PLK300 on the package and on a sewn-in label on the seat back. The plastic walkers have eight snap-in wheels, an activity tray with toy wheels, knobs and lights, and a padded fabric seat. They come in a variety of colors and seat fabrics. The sewn-in seat label also reads "PLAYKIDS U.S.A. BROOKLYN, NY 11229 MADE IN TAIWAN."
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and contact PlayKids to receive a full refund.
Incidents / Injuries: None reported.
Recall Number: 04225
Product Type: Toys / Play Products, Baby / Infant Products
Hazard Type: Fall / Injury Hazard