The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09041·Announced 2008-11-13

JA-RU Recalls My Little Train Classics Toy Trains Due To Choking Hazard

JA-RU Inc. is recalling My Little Train Classics wooden toy trains because small parts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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 choking hazard from small parts in a toy intended for children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

JA-RU Inc. of Jacksonville, Fla., is recalling My Little Train Classics wooden toy trains due to a choking hazard. The recalled toy trains contain small parts which can detach, posing a risk to young children. The product is available in two styles: one with a yellow cab, blue body, and six red wheels, and the other with a blue cab, red boiler, wooden base, and four black wheels. Both styles feature item #5293 in the lower left-hand corner on the front of the package.

About 18,000 units were sold nationwide through various wholesalers and retailers from March 2007 through October 2008 for about $2 each. The toy trains were manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should take the toy train away from children immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact JA-RU at (800) 231-3470 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
My Little Train Classics Toy Trains
Manufacturer
JA-RU Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
18,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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