CPSC Recalls Marklin Electric Toy Train Transformers for Safety Violations
CPSC is recalling 435 Marklin electric toy train transformers due to non-compliance with federal safety regulations. Consumers should return the items to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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 (electrocution/electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.
Plain-English summary
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of 435 Marklin electric toy train transformers distributed by Reeves International. The specific models involved are the Marklin Mini-Club Transformer Model #6727, Marklin Transformer Model #6153, and Marklin Transformer Model #6667. These products fail to comply with Federal regulations for electrically-operated toys and are banned from sale.
The recall was initiated because models #6727 and #6153 contain improperly soldered connections, while model #6667 failed the impact test required by the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA). The CPSC identified these issues during a nationwide electric toy survey conducted in late 1976. No injuries associated with these toys have been reported to the Commission.
The transformers were distributed nationwide to hobby and toy stores. Model #6727 retailed for $51.95, model #6153 for $53.95, and model #6667 for $39.95. All three units are constructed of blue plastic. Model #6727 is packaged in a brown wood grain cardboard box, while models #6153 and #6667 are packaged in blue cardboard boxes labeled "Warklin -- Caution Electric Toy."
Consumers are asked to return the toy to the place of purchase or directly to Reeves International at 14 Industrial Park, Pequannock, New Jersey 07440, for a full refund. The CPSC's New York Area Office is monitoring the recall.
The recalled product
- Product
- Marklin electric toy train transformers
- Manufacturer
- Marklin
- Category
- Consumer Product — Toys
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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