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Category: Recalls

  • Children’s Blanket Sleepers and Robes Recalled by International Intimates Due to Burn Hazard and Violation of Federal Flammability Standards

    Recall Date: October 05, 2023

    Recall number: 24-004

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Rene Rofe Girl Children’s Blanket Sleepers and Hooded Robes

    Hazard: The recalled children’s blanket sleepers and robes fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: International Intimates Inc. toll-free at 877-623-2536 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@renerofe.com, or online at https://www.renerofe.com/pages/recall or https://www.renerofe.com/ and click on “U.S. Product Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Childrens-Blanket-Sleepers-and-Robes-Recalled-by-International-Intimates-Due-to-Burn-Hazard-and-Violation-of-Federal-Flammability-Standards

    Recall Details

    Units: About 38,700

    Description: This recall involves Rene Rofe Girl Children’s Blanket sleepers and hooded robes. The 100% polyester blanket sleepers and robes were sold in sizes for ages 6 – 14 years. The size, “Rene Rofe Girl,” Style # 426989 or 436989, PO #JZJ0005, washing instructionsand Date 6/1 are printed on the neck label. One of the following GPU #’s are also listed ACG2103, ACG2101, ACG2106, ACG2107, ACG2104, ACG2109, ACG2105, ACG2102, ACG2108, ACG2112, ACG2110, ACG2115, ACG2116, ACG2113, ACG2118, ACG2114, ACG2111, ACG2117.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled blanket sleepers and robes away from children, stop using them and contact International Intimates for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the garments by cutting them in half and send International Intimates a photo of the destroyed recalled product by email at recall@renerofe.com. Upon receipt of the photo, consumers will be issued a full refund of the purchase price.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Online at Amazon.com, Fashionnova.com, Ruelala.com and at children’s clothing stores nationwide from November 2021 through January 2023 for about $15.

    Importer(s): International Intimates Inc., of New York

    Manufactured In: China

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  • HONEY JOY Recalls Infant Swings Due to Suffocation Hazard and Violation of Federal Safety Standards; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com

    Recall Date: September 21, 2023

    Recall number: 23-290

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: HONEY JOY Infant Swings

    Hazard: The swing violates the Safe Sleep for Babies Act because the product was marketed for infant sleep and has an incline angle greater than 10 degrees. Infant fatalities have occurred in inclined sleepers, after the infants rolled from their back to their stomach or side while unrestrained, or under other circumstances. The swing also violates the Safety Standard for Infant Swings.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: HONEY JOY by e-mail at honeyjoyrecall@hotmail.com or online at www.amazon.com/stores/page/7819DFE1-4BA7-461E-A3CB-B3119C0F57F4 or www.amazon.com/stores/page/3AD84AC7-8A2C-402F-B205-F6D434FA6C53 and click “More” and then “Recall” on the menu bar for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/HONEY-JOY-Recalls-Infant-Swings-Due-to-Suffocation-Hazard-and-Violation-of-Federal-Safety-Standards-Sold-Exclusively-on-Amazon-com

    Recall Details

    Units: About 170

    Description: The recall involves HONEY JOY COMPANY infant swings, models BB5569US-GR in gray and BB5569US-BE in beige, made of metal and plastic with a cloth seat. The swings measure about 28 inches wide by 28 inches high and 24 inches wide. “Babyjoy” is displayed on the front of the swings and on the seat label. The infant swings include a head pillow, five-point restraint system, canopy with hanging toys, a music function and an adjustable seat. The swings can be powered using AAA batteries or an AC adaptor and include a remote control with Bluetooth functionality. The full model number can be found on the packaging, the instructional literature identifies model BB5569 and the product registration card, which consumers may have saved for their records identifies model BB5569US.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled infant swing and contact HONEY JOY for instructions on how to receive a full refund and properly dispose of the product. HONEY JOY and Amazon are contacting all known purchasers.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Online exclusively at Amazon.com from November 2022 through January 2023 for between $110 and $120.

    Distributor(s): HONEY JOY COMPANY, of Fontana, California

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Make Believe Ideas Recalls Seven Rainbow Road Board Books Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: September 21, 2023

    Recall number: 23-292

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Rainbow Road Series Board Books

    Hazard: The plastic binding rings can detach from the books, posing a choking hazard to young children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Make Believe Ideas toll-free at 877-206-1091 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, online at www.recallrtr.com/rr or www.makebelieveideas.com and click on “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Make-Believe-Ideas-Recalls-Seven-Rainbow-Road-Board-Books-Due-to-Choking-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 260,000 (In addition, about 12,900 in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves seven board books under the Rainbow Road Series Board Books. The books are children’s board books bound together with plastic rings. The books were sold individually as well as in a book box with four books. The recall includes the following board books and ISBN numbers. The ISBN number is printed on the book’s right hand corner on the back above the bar code.

    Book Title ISBN
    Animal Counting9781803374802
    Dinosaur’s First Words9781803374932 and 9781803372211
    Old MacDonald Had a Farm9781803376790 and 9781803373355
    Rainbow Road Book Box9781803376288
    There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly9781803372945 and 9781803371580
    Things that Go!9781803374826
    Unicorn’s Colors9781803374789 and 9781803376622
    Where’s My Bottom?9781803372723 and 9781803376738

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled books and contact Make Believe Ideas to receive a refund in the form of a gift card by registering online at www.recallrtr.com/rr. Following registration, consumers will be provided instructions on how to dispose of their book(s) and asked to confirm that they have disposed of the books.

    Incidents/Injuries: Make Believe Ideas has received two reports of the plastic rings detaching in the United States and one in Australia. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold At: Target, Barnes & Noble, Sam’s Club and other stores nationwide, online at www.amazon.com and other websites, and at school book fairs nationwide from March 2022 through August 2023 as individual books for between about $10 and $11 and as a box set for about $21.

    Importer(s): Make Believe Ideas LTD, of New York

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Buffalo Games Recalls Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits Due to Serious Ingestion, Choking and Obstruction Hazards; One Infant Death Reported; Sold Exclusively at Target

    Recall Date: September 14, 2023

    Recall number: 23-286

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits

    Hazard: If a water bead is ingested, it expands and can pose ingestion, choking and intestinal obstruction hazards inside a child’s body, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and a risk of death to a child.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Buffalo Games toll-free at 800-637-0732 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at beadrecall@buffalogames.com, or online at https://chuckleandroar.com/recall or www.chuckleandroar.com  and click on “Recall Information” at the top of the landing page.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Buffalo-Games-Recalls-Chuckle-Roar-Ultimate-Water-Beads-Activity-Kits-Due-to-Serious-Ingestion-Choking-and-Obstruction-Hazards-One-Infant-Death-Reported-Sold-Exclusively-at-Target

    Recall Details

    Units: About 52,000

    Description: 

    Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Buffalo Games LLC, of Buffalo, New York, are announcing the recall of about 52,000 Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits due to ingestion, choking and obstruction hazards. The water beads pose a risk of serious injury or death if ingested. When ingested, the beads grow in size, which can cause intestinal obstruction.

    Buffalo Games received one report of a 10-month-old child’s death from swallowing the recalled water beads in July 2023 in Wisconsin. Buffalo Games also received a report that a 9-month-old child was seriously injured in November 2022 in Maine from swallowing the water beads which caused an intestinal obstruction requiring surgery to remove them.

    Consumers should immediately stop using and take the recalled Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits away from children. Contact Buffalo Games for a full refund and instructions on how to return the product in a prepaid mailing package supplied by the firm or return the product to any Target store.

    This recall involves the Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kit. On the front of the purple container, the label states Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kit. It includes: 2 ounces of “jumbo” water beads and 6 ounces of “regular” water beads. Along with a clear container and lid, there are five small toy fish, a scissor scoop, tweezers, a scoop with a handle, 10 activity cards and instructions. The activity kit was sold in a purple box with UPC Number 079346627035 on the back.

    The recalled Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from March 2022 through November 2022 for about $15.

    The products were manufactured in China and were imported by Target Corporation of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and take away the recalled water beads from children. Contact Buffalo Games for a full refund and instructions on how to return the product in a prepaid mailing package supplied by the firm or return the product to any Target store.

    Incidents/Injuries: Buffalo Games received one report of a 10-month-old child’s death from swallowing the recalled water beads in July 2023 in Wisconsin. Buffalo Games also received a report that a 9-month-old child was seriously injured in November 2022 in Maine from swallowing the water beads which caused an intestinal obstruction requiring surgery to remove them.

    Sold At: The recalled Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from March 2022 through November 2022 for about $15.

    Importer(s): Target Corporation of Minneapolis, Minnesota

    Manufactured In: China

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  • TOMY Recalls Boon Flair and Flair Elite Highchairs Due to Fall Hazard

    Recall Date: August 31, 2023

    Recall number: 23-272

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Boon Flair & Flair Elite highchairs

    Hazard: The bolts used to secure the seat of the recalled highchair to the pedestal base can become loose and allow the seat to detach, posing a fall hazard.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: TOMY toll-free at 866-725-4407 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or online at https://recall.tomy.com, or https://us.tomy.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the top of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/TOMY-Recalls-Boon-Flair-and-Flair-Elite-Highchairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 83,000 (In addition, about 2,850 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves Boon Flair highchairs manufactured before September 2016, and all Boon Flair Elite highchairs. The recalled Flair Elite highchair has a white and orange molded plastic seat with a white tray and metal pedestal base. The Flair highchairs have a gray plastic pedestal base and were sold in 10 color combinations, including blue/white, white/orange, pink/white, green/white, gray/green, white, gray, white/gray, white/blue and red/white. The model numbers of the recalled highchairs are listed below. The model number and manufacturing date code are printed on a label located under the base of the highchair.

    Flair Elite Highchair:

    Model No.Description
    B751White / Orange

    Flair Highchair:

    Model No.Description
    B701Blue / White
    B702White / Orange
    B703Pink / White
    B704Green / White
    B706White / Orange
    B707White / Blue
    B708Red / White
    B709Red / White
    B716Green / White
    B717White / Orange
    B718White / Blue
    B731White / Orange
    B10147Gray / Green
    B11068White / No Pad
    B11069Gray / No Pad
    B11401White / Gray

    Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled highchairs immediately and contact TOMY for a free repair kit. Consumers will receive a set of bolts and split and flat washers to repair the recalled highchair.

    Incidents/Injuries: TOMY has received 34 reports of the chair separating from the base, including 24 falls resulting in 11 injuries such as bruising or scratches.

    Sold At: Bed Bath & Beyond, Target, Toys ‘R’ Us, and other stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, and BedBathAndBeyond.com. The Flair Elite was sold from 2008 to 2009 for about $380. The Flair models were sold from January 2008 through February 2017 for between $230 and $250.

    Importer(s): TOMY International Inc., of Oak Brook, Illinois

    Manufactured In: China

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  • The Simplay3 Company Recalls Toddler Towers Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

    Recall Date: August 17, 2023

    Recall number: 23-265

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Simplay3 Toddler Towers

    Hazard: The towers can tip over while in use posing fall and injury hazards to young children.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: The Simplay3 Company toll-free at 866-855-0100 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or online at https://simplay3.com/safety-and-recall-information/ or at simplay3.com/ and click on “Recall Information” located on the home page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/The-Simplay3-Company-Recalls-Toddler-Towers-Due-to-Fall-and-Injury-Hazards

    Recall Details

    Units: About 108,450  (In addition, 5,512 in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves Simplay3 Toddler Towers with model 41807. The towers were sold in a variety of colors including espresso, white and gray. The name Simplay3 is printed on the base of the tower and along the upper railing of the tower. The product’s dimensions are 34” x 17.5” x 16”. The model number is printed on the base of the tower.

    ModelDate Codes
    41807-01 (espresso)Nov 2018- June  2023
    41807-02 (gray)Nov 2018- June  2023
    41807-03 (white)Nov 2018- June  2023

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Simplay3 Toddler Tower, take it away from children and contact the firm to receive a free set of stabilizing bases to be attached to the toddler tower.

    Incidents/Injuries: The Simplay3 Company has received 16 reports of the toddler tower tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries, 6 of which were head contusions.

    Sold At: Online at TheSimplay3company.com, Amazon.com, Target.com, Walmart.com, and other online sites and Buttercup Baby Store, Fun Stuff, Midstates, and other toy stores nationwide from November 2018 through June 2023 for about $90.

    Manufacturer(s): The Simplay3 Company, of Streetsboro, Ohio

    Manufactured In: United States

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  • Zipadee Kids Recalls Convertible House Bed Frames and Montessori Floor Beds Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards

    Recall Date: August 17, 2023

    Recall number: 23-263

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Zipadee Kids Convertible House Bed Frames and Montessori Floor Beds

    Hazard: The spindles used on the recalled beds are spaced at a distance that creates a serious entrapment hazard that can lead to strangulation and/or death to children. The design of the bed allows a child’s torso to slip through the rail opening but will not allow their head to pass, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards that could result in death.

    Remedy: Dispose

    Consumer Contact: Consumers should report any incidents involving the Convertible House Bed Frame and Montessori Floor Bed and any dangerous product or a product-related injury to CPSC at www.SaferProducts.gov or to CPSC’s Hotline at 800-638-2772.  

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Zipadee-Kids-Recalls-Convertible-House-Bed-Frames-and-Montessori-Floor-Beds-Due-to-Entrapment-and-Strangulation-Hazards

    Recall Details

    Units: About 7,450

    Description: This recall involves Zipadee Montessori beds sold in twin, full, and queen size variations of the “Convertible House Bed Frame” and “Montessori Floor Bed.” They were shipped between February 26, 2018 and October 22, 2021. Zipadee also sold toddler-size Montessori beds which were manufactured between May and September 2018. The beds are all natural wood floor beds that can be raised or converted to adjust for a child’s sleeping needs as they grow and develop. The beds are intended for children 18 months and older.

    Remedy: CPSC urges consumers to dispose of the recalled beds and NOT to resell or donate them. It is a violation of federal law to sell or distribute recalled products. The firm has filed for dissolution with the State of Ohio and has represented to CPSC that it is unable to offer a remedy to consumers.

    Incidents/Injuries: At least two children have become entrapped in the bed rails. They include a 21-month-old boy (no injuries sustained) and a 4-year-old girl in February 2023 who sustained minor injuries.

    Sold At: Online at Zipadeekids.com and on Zipadee’s Etsy.com shop from February 2018 through September 2021 for between $260 and $900.

    Manufacturer(s): Bell Station Interiors, dba Zipadee Kids, of Circleville, Ohio

    Manufactured In: United States

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  • Gree Recalls 1.56 Million Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Reports of At Least 23 Fires

    Recall Date: August 16, 2023

    Recall number: 23-262

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Dehumidifiers

    Hazard: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Visit https://global.gree.com/usa/channels/840.html to sign up for the waitlist. You will be contacted in 6-8 weeks with information on how to register for the recall.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Gree-Recalls-1-56-Million-Dehumidifiers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Reports-of-At-Least-23-Fires

    Recall Details

    Units: About 1.56 million

    Description: This recall involves 42 models of dehumidifiers with brand names Kenmore, GE, SoleusAir, Norpole and Seabreeze, manufactured between January 2011 and February 2014. The brand name and pint capacity are printed on the back, front, or side of the dehumidifier.  The model number and date code are printed on a sticker on the back, front, or side of the unit.  The dehumidifiers are white, beige, gray or black plastic and measure between 19 and 24 inches tall, 13 and 15 inches wide, and 9 and 11 inches deep. The recalled model numbers are listed below.

    Kenmore

    Model numberCapacity
    407.5353031030-pint
    407.5355031050-pint
    407.5357031070-pint
    407.5357131070-pint

    GE

    Model numberCapacity
    ADEH50LPQ150-pint
    ADEH50LQQ150-pint
    ADEH50LRL150-pint
    ADEL30LRQ130-pint
    ADEL50LRL150-pint
    ADEL70LRL170-pint
    ADER30LPQ130-pint
    ADER30LQQ130-pint
    ADER40LPQ140-pint
    ADER40LQQ140-pint
    ADER50LPQ150-pint
    ADER50LQQ150-pint
    ADER50LRL150-pint
    ADER50LSL1 (with date code 01/14)50-pint
    ADER65LPQ165-pint
    ADER65LQQ165-pint
    ADER70LRL170-pint
    ADEW30LPQ130-pint
    ADEW30LQQ130-pint
    ADEW50LPQ150-pint
    ADEW50LQQ150-pint
    ADEW50LRL150-pint
    ADEW65LPQ165-pint
    ADEW65LQQ165-pint
    ADEW70LRL170-pint

    SoleusAir

    Model numberCapacity
    GL-DEH-45F-2Q345-pint
    GL-DEH-70EIP-6L370-pint
    GL-DEH-70F-2L370-pint
    GM-DEH-30M-1Q330-pint
    GM-DEH-45-1Q345-pint
    GM-DEH-70-1L370-pint
    SG-DEH-25-425-pint
    SG-DEH-30E-1Q330-pint
    SG-DEH-45E-1Q345-pint
    SG-DEH-70E-1L370-pint
    SG-DEH-70E-2L370-pint

    Seabreeze

    DH470SB70-pint

    Norpole

    NPDH30PG-130-pint

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop use, unplug the dehumidifiers, and contact Gree to receive a refund.

    Incidents/Injuries: Gree has received reports of at least 23 fires, 688 incidents of overheating, and $168,000 in property damage with the recalled dehumidifiers.

    Sold At: Home Depot, Lowe’s, Menards, Sam’s Club, Sears, Walmart and other stores nationwide, starting in 2011 through 2014 for between $110 and $400.

    Manufacturer(s): Gree Electric Appliances, Inc. of Zhuhai

    Distributor(s): GE Appliances of Louisville, KY; Gree USA Sales Ltd., of City of Industry, Calif.; IRP, of Pineville, N.C.; MC Appliance Corp. of Wood Dale, Ill.; and MJC America Ltd. dba Soleus International Inc., of Walnut, Calif.

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  • Philips Avent Digital Video Baby Monitors Recalled by Philips Personal Health Due to Burn Hazard

    Recall Date: August 03, 2023

    Recall number: 23-250

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Philips Avent Digital Video Baby Monitors

    Hazard: The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the Parent Unit monitors can overheat during charging, posing a risk of burns and property damage.

    Remedy: Replace

    Consumer Contact: Philips Avent online at www.philips.com/video-babymonitor-recall, or www.philips.com/avent and click on the banner stating “Important safety recall information about voluntary replacement action Philips Avent Baby Monitors” at the top of the page for more information, or toll-free at 833-276-5311 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Sundays.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Philips-Avent-Digital-Video-Baby-Monitors-Recalled-by-Philips-Personal-Health-Due-to-Burn-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 12,850

    Description: This recall involves Philips Avent video baby monitors used to remotely monitor infants. They consist of a Baby Unit (camera) and a Parent Unit (monitor) pair. The monitor has a 3.5-inch color screen. The recalled baby monitors include models SCD630 and SCD843 only, manufactured between March 2016 and December 2019.  The model numbers and production date codes, in day-month-year format, are located on the bottom of the Parent Unit. The monitors and camera are white. Philips Avent is printed on the front.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Digital Video Baby Monitors and contact Philips Avent for a free replacement.

    Incidents/Injuries: Philips has received 23 reports of Philips Avent video baby monitors overheating in Europe, including seven reports of minor injuries.  No incidents or injuries have been reported in the United States.

    Sold At: Sold online at ToysRUs.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Jet.com, and https://www.usa.philips.com/ from March 2016 through January 2020 for between $120 and $200.

    Manufacturer(s): Philips Consumer Lifestyle B.V., of The Netherlands

    Importer(s): Philips Personal Health, a division of Philips North America, of Stamford, Connecticut

    Manufactured In: China

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  • woom Bikes USA Recalls woom ORIGINAL Kids’ Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

    Recall Date: July 06, 2023

    Recall number: 23-239

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: woom ORIGINAL Bicycles

    Hazard: The stem and handlebar on the bikes can detach and cause riders to lose control, posing a fall hazard.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: woom Bikes USA toll-free at 855-966-6872 from 8 a.m. to 5 pm CT, Monday through Friday or email at productsafetyUS@woom.com or online https://faq.us.woombikes.com/article/337-stem-recall-notice or www.woom.com/en_US/ and click on “Recalls” for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/woom-Bikes-USA-Recalls-woom-ORIGINAL-Kids-Bicycles-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 84,000 (In addition, 533 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves all sizes of woom ORIGINAL 2018 – 2021 model bikes. The stems on these bikes have one silver bolt to clamp onto the steerer tube. These bikes are designed for children between 18 months and 14 years. They were sold in six versions: woom 1, woom 1 Plus, woom 2, woom 3, woom 4, woom 5 and woom 6.  The woom 1 and woom 1 PLUS are balance bikes, woom 2 through 6 are pedal bikes. These bikes were sold in red, green, blue, purple and yellow colors. The word “woom” in white letters is displayed on the sides of the downtube. The word “woom” in metallic letters is also visible on the front of the headtube. The markings “#woombikes” in black letters on chain stay and wheel size in black on sides of the front fork.

    Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles and contact woom Bikes USA for a free repair kit. woom Bikes USA is contacting all known purchasers directly.

    Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 77 reports of the handlebar stem detaching or loosening, resulting in 19 injuries involving bruising, cuts or abrasions.

    Sold At: woom.com, amazon.com and select local bicycle stores nationwide from September 2018 through March 2022 for between $200 and $530.

    Importer(s): woom Bikes USA, of Austin, Texas

    Manufactured In: United States

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