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CPSCRecalled Jun 14, 2005 · #05195

CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Scooters and Mini Bikes

Hazard

If tires are over-inflated, the plastic rim within the wheel can break, causing the tire to rupture. This poses the risk of facial and hand injuries while inflating the tire.

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Description

The recalled Lightning PAC Scooters and MX3 Mini Bikes are battery-powered ride-on toys designed for children ages six and older. The product names are located on the side of the scooter or mini bike. The recalled scooter's model number is 73530. The recalled mini bike's model number is 73535. The model numbers are located inside the battery compartment. The recalled scooters or mini bikes have a warning label located near the inflation valves. If the warning label reads "Never inflate above 30 psi," the scooter or mini bike is not subject to this recall. Recalled units had warning labels that did not warn about inflating higher than 30 psi.

Product details

Product
Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® Lightning PAC Scooters and Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® MX3™ Mini Bikes
Type
Scooters / Mini bikes
Manufacturer
Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.
Model numbers
73530, 73535
UPCs
Sold at
Discount department and toy stores nationwide, from November 2001 through April 2003, for about $250 for the scooters and $200 for the mini bikes.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should take the recalled scooters and mini bikes away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive new warning labels and a free tire gauge to provide assistance during inflation. To prevent over-inflation, Fisher-Price recommends using a manual pump to inflate the tires.

View the official CPSC notice