Bumper Car

Choking, Damage to hearing Toys Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Bumper Car
Alert NumberA12/1684/16
BrandUnknown
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking, Damage to hearing
Notifying CountryLithuania
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberNO. 2020
Published16 December 2016

Risk Description

null The toy breaks easily, generating small parts (the black rotating wheel). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke.In addition, the peak sound pressure level is too high which might lead to temporary impairment of hearing if the toy is operated close to the ear for a long time. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 17/11/2016

Product Description

Battery-operated plastic toy bumper car (AA batteries) with a monkey sitting inside. The car has two white wheels and two rotating parts with two black wheels. The car starts when the monkey is pushed, and it emits sounds and lights. Supplied in a colourful cardboard box.

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