The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01104·Announced 2001-03-13

Radica Recalls Play TV Baseball Video Games Due to Bat Breakage Hazard

Radica USA Ltd. is recalling Play TV Baseball video games because the plastic bats can break during use, posing an injury risk to bystanders.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where physical injuries (lacerations, bumps) have been reported, but no fatalities or severe injuries requiring hospitalization are mentioned, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Radica USA Ltd. is recalling approximately 140,000 units of the Play TV Baseball video game. The product, which simulates hitting a baseball using a plastic bat and electronic home plate, was sold at major retail stores nationwide from June 2000 through January 2001 for about $50. The game was manufactured in China.

The recall was issued because the plastic bats can separate during a swing. Radica has received seven reports of consumers, including children, being hit by broken pieces of the bat. These incidents resulted in injuries including a split lip, facial lacerations, a bump on the head, and bruising.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Radica to arrange for a return. In exchange, consumers will receive a replacement Play TV Baseball III. For additional information, consumers can contact Radica at 800-803-9611.

The recalled product

Product
Play TV Baseball video games
Manufacturer
Radica USA Ltd., of Dallas, Texas
Category
Consumer Product — Video Games
Hazard
Affected units
140,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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