Key Takeaway
CPSC, Graco Announce Recall to Repair Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Infant Walkers by Graco was recalled on June 8, 2000.
CPSC, Graco Announce Recall to Repair Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Infant Walkers
Description
Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Infant Walkers Recalled by Graco NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2000 Release # 00-124 Graco Recall Hotline: (800) 345-4109 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 Graco Contact: B.J. Riggins, (610) 286-5951 CPSC, Graco Announce Recall to Repair Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Infant Walkers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Graco Children's Products Inc., of Elverson, Pa., is recalling about 31,000 Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Activity Center infant walkers for repair. These walkers can collapse unexpectedly during use and injure infants. Graco has received 27 reports of these walkers collapsing. Injuries to infants have included a cut toe, a bump on the head, a sprained foot, and scrapes and bruises to legs and feet. The recalled Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Activity Center infant walkers, with "bouncing action" and five-position height adjustment, have model numbers 4032LN or 4032BLA, located underneath the front of the walker's tray. The walker has a removable, green play tray with 12 activities, including a steering wheel, ball spinner and flashing lights. The multicolor walker has an animal-print fabric seat. "Graco Lights & Sounds" is written on a label on the walker tray. "Tot Wheels® Entertainer® Activity Center with Bounce" is written on a label on the walker's base. Mass merchandise, juvenile products and major discount department stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart and Toys R Us, sold the walkers from September 1999 through February 2000 for about $50. Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately, and call Graco for a free repair kit, which includes a replacement tray, at (800) 345-4109 anytime. Consumers also can visit the Graco web site at http://www.gracobaby.com/serv/ga3rcal8.htm, or write to Customer Affairs, Graco Children's Products Inc., Box 100, Elverson, PA 19520. Similar Graco products also have green play trays and print seats. Only walkers with model number 4032LN and 4032BLA are part of this recall.
Products Affected
Graco Lights & Sounds Tot Wheels Entertainer Activity Center infant walkers
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Stationary Entertainers Recall/Repair by Graco
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Graco Announces Carrier Swing Seat Retrofit To Prevent Falls From Infant Swings
December 17, 1993
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February 24, 1992
Graco Announced Free Retrofit Kit For Walker Accessory Tray To Prevent Risk Of Injury Due To Small Parts
December 20, 1991
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
Check the remedy section above or contact the manufacturer directly for current remedy options.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.