Sweet Cars
Sweet Cars was recalled on 24 March 2017 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0342/17. Choking risk reported by Lithuania. Small parts can easily detach from the toy car (front wheels, driver's figure, silencers).
| Alert Number | A12/0342/17 |
| Brand | woogie |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Choking |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | art. 84331 |
| Published | 24 March 2017 |
Risk Description
Small parts can easily detach from the toy car (front wheels, driver's figure, silencers). A small child may put them in the mouth and choke.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: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 21/01/2017
Product Description
Yellow hard plastic sports car with four wheels. Wheels' axles and fixing details (screws) are made of metal. There are colourful stickers with plastic foil attached to the toy. In the housing of the car there is a transparent box with sweets.
🛑 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a choking hazard related to Sweet Cars.
About this risk
This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.
Recommended action
Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.
Who is at risk?
Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.