"Mud Boggers" and "Street Shredders" Pump Up Racers
Class III - Low Risk 🏠 Consumer Products
Recalled: January 20, 2004 K'NEX Industries Inc., of Hatfield, Pa. Children's Products
Nationwide
What Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: (About 14,000)
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
Recall Details
- Company:
- K'NEX Industries Inc., of Hatfield, Pa.
- Reason for Recall:
- The air motor in the toy cars can burst while being pumped up, causing parts of the motor or car to break off. Some of these parts can have sharp points and pose a risk of eye or laceration injuries.
- Classification:
- Class III - Low Risk
Products that are unlikely to cause any adverse health reaction, but violate FDA regulations.
- Status:
- ongoing
- Hazard:
- The air motor in the toy cars can burst while being pumped up, causing parts of the motor or car to break off. Some of these parts can have sharp points and pose a risk of eye or laceration injuries.
- Remedy:
- Consumers should stop children from using these toy cars immediately and contact the company for a free replacement air motor or alternative product.
Product Images
Product Information
Full Description:
The recalled K'NEX Pump Up Racers come in two models: the "Mud Bogger," which has a yellow car body and the "Street Shredder," which has a red car body. Both models have a date code beginning with 7803, which is located on the bottom of the air motor, directly under the name "K'NEX Industries Inc." The toy cars come with a pump attachment that helps project the car forward.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
(About 14,000)
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official CPSC source:
View on CPSC.govCPSC Recall Number: 04065