CPSC, Tonka Announce Recall of Soft Walkin' Wheels Toy
Vehicles
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tonka Corporation, a
division of Hasbro Inc. of Pawtucket, R.I., is voluntarily
recalling about 1 million Soft Walkin' Wheels (model 90165)
toy vehicles, with serial numbers lower than 9528 or no
serial number at all. The small wheel hubs can separate from
the axle, creating a potential choking hazard.
Tonka has received about 40 reports of wheel hubs
separating from the axle, including two reports of children
starting to choke. No injuries have been reported.
Soft Walkin' Wheels are battery-powered, soft toy
vehicles designed to move across floors in the home. They
are covered in brightly colored nylon fabric and are
available in five styles: dump truck, school bus, airplane,
train, and fire truck. Soft Walkin' Wheels included
in this recall have serial numbers lower than 9528 or do not
have a visible serial number. The numbers are printed in
blue ink on the sewn-in label that displays the toy's
cleaning instructions, brand name, and model number.
Major toy stores and mass merchandise outlets
nationwide sold these toys beginning in January 1994 for
about $15.
Consumers should take these recalled toys away from
children immediately. To receive a free replacement,
consumers may call Tonka at 1 (800) 327-8264. Consumers may
also return the toys to the store where purchased for a free
replacement or full refund.
Soft Walkin' Wheels (model 90165) with serial numbers
9528 and above; the Soft Walkin' Wheels Dalmatian, Dinosaur,
or Pig; Soft Walkin' Tuggers; Soft Squeeze 'n Shine;
and Soft Shakin' Wheels are not being recalled.