CPSC, Nikko America Announce Recall of Radio-Control Toy Trucks
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2599.
The recalled toy trucks were manufactured from April 2003 through January 2004. The trucks are 1/10 scale models (approximately 18 inches in length) of the Chevy Avalanche (model 100021A), the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (model 100022A and 100022B), the Hummer Wagon (model 100023A and 100023B) and the Ford F150 (model 100024A and 100024B). Model numbers can be found on the body of the truck, along with the vehicle make and model names.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2599.
Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Major Toy And Discount Department Stores Nationwide Sold The Toy Trucks, From July 2003 Through February 2004, For About $60. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2599.
Contact Nikko America toll-free at (800) 736-4556 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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Major Toy And Discount Department Stores Nationwide Sold The Toy Trucks, From July 2003 Through February 2004, For About $60. Recall FAQ
Major Toy And Discount Department Stores Nationwide Sold The Toy Trucks, From July 2003 Through February 2004, For About $60. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, Nikko America Announce Recall of Radio-Control Toy Trucks. The notice was published on April 13, 2004 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 287,000 units are potentially affected.