CPSC Seeks Repair for Miracle Recreation Equipment Flying Animal Swings

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has authorized staff to issue an administrative complaint against Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. of Grinnell, Iowa. This action seeks repair, replacement, or refund for approximately 12,000 units of the "Flying Animal Swing" product. The complaint alleges that the swings, which are available in pony, seal, lion, or squirrel designs, contain a defect due to the weight, size, and composition of the figures and a metal support tube projecting to the rear.

The CPSC alleges that this defect presents a substantial risk of injury to children. Specifically, the complaint cites seven cases of serious head injuries and one fatality resulting from children being struck by the swings. The Commission's action was necessitated by the manufacturer's unwillingness to voluntarily remedy the problem.

The CPSC urges the public not to use these swings, which are found primarily on public playgrounds around the country. Miracle Recreation Equipment is currently conducting ongoing recall and repair programs for other products, including the "Flying Wheels," "Flying Gym," "Bounce-Around Whirl," and "Bukaroo Whirl." Persons or municipalities with information regarding incidents involving the Flying Animal Swing should contact the CPSC toll-free hotline at 800-638-CPSC.

The recalled product

Product

Miracle's Bounce-Around Whirl playground equipment

Manufacturer

Miracle Recreation Equipment

Category

Consumer Product — Playground Equipment

Hazard

• impact-injury
• head-injury

Distribution

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