The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·21040·Announced 2020-12-02

Huffy Recalls Torex Ride-on Toy UTVs Due to Injury Hazard

Huffy is recalling Torex 24V ride-on toy UTVs sold at Walmart because the toys can unexpectedly move when the battery is connected, posing an injury hazard.

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 the toy can unexpectedly move, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for unreported injury hazards.

Plain-English summary

Huffy Corporation is recalling approximately 5,150 Torex 24-volt ride-on toy UTVs (model number 17249) due to an injury hazard. The recalled toys can unexpectedly move when the battery is connected after recharging. The product is black with red trim and features "Torex" labels on the front and side.

The recalled units were manufactured between June 2019 and November 2019 and sold exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide and online from August 2019 through September 2020 for about $500. Specific date codes for the recalled units are listed on the CPSC website and are located under the left rear wheel well above the left rear wheel.

Huffy has received 36 reports of incidents involving the toy moving unexpectedly, but no injuries have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy UTV and contact Huffy for a free replacement controller. Huffy can be reached toll-free at 888-366-3828 from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or online at huffybikes.com.

The recalled product

Product
Huffy Torex 24V ride-on toy UTVs
Manufacturer
Huffy Corporation, of Miamisburg, Ohio
Category
Consumer Product — Ride-on Toys
Hazard
Affected units
5,150

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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