Marlon Recalls Wooden Toy Fire Trucks Due to Choking Hazard

Plain-English summary

Marlon Creations, Inc., of Long Island City, New York, is recalling 430 wooden toy fire trucks in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recalled items are identified as Fire Trucks with Four Firemen-Hardwood Utility Truck, Model 5044. These toys were imported from West Germany and sold nationwide between May 1986 and July 1986 for approximately $6.00 each.

The recall is being issued because tests conducted by the CPSC determined that the firemen figures, which detach from the truck, are small parts that present a choking hazard. CPSC toy safety requirements prohibit small parts in toys intended for children younger than 3 years old. The 5 1/2-inch long wooden fire truck is painted red with a blue knob on the cab, an unpainted ladder, and six red wheels. The two-inch tall firemen are painted blue. The toys were packaged in a clear plastic bag with a cardboard header labeled "Quality Wooden Toys made in West Germany." There is no labeling on the toy itself.

Although the CPSC and Marlon have not received reports of any injuries involving this toy, consumers should take these toys away from children immediately. Consumers may return the toy for a full refund to the retail store where it was purchased or to Marlon Creations, Inc., at 35-01 36th Avenue, Long Island City, New York 11106. For additional information, consumers may call Marlon at 718-361-2088 or the CPSC toll-free hotline at 800-638-CPSC.

The recalled product

Product

Wooden Toy Fire Trucks Recalled by Marlon

Manufacturer

Marlon Creations

Category

Consumer Product — Toys

Hazard

• choking

Distribution

Related recalls