CPSC Recall in 1988: Toy Train Recalled

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 88-053

Date: July 12, 1988

Product Name: "See-Thru Loco" toy engine

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. "See-Thru Loco," a toy engine whose small parts may break off and present a choking hazard, is being voluntarily recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission and Merchandisers Association Inc. Neither CPSC nor the manufacturer is aware of any injuries or complaints associated with the "See Thru Loco." The engine, 11 inches long and 8 inches high, is covered by a clear plastic housing which contains yellow, green, and orange gears. The following information is found on the bottom of the toy: "1982 PLAYWORLD TOYS LTD. *** MADE IN HONG KONG *** NO. 7980." Approximately 1,800 of the toys were sold in 1987 in New York, Maryland, North Carolina and Pennsylvania. Consumers should immediately remove and return to the store where purchased for a full refund or exchange. The "See-Thru Loco" was identified in port of Newark during Operation Toyland, a cooperative program between U.S. Customs and the CPSC to inspect imported toys for potential safety problems. Even though the box the toy comes in is labeled "Ages three and up," the CPSC has determined that this toy is intended for children under three years of age and must not have small parts.

Hazard Description:

Small parts of the toy may break off and present a choking hazard, 

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: Approximately 1,800

Incidents:

Neither CPSC nor the manufacturer is aware of any injuries or complaints associated with the "See Thru Loco."

Sold At:

Manufactured In:

Hong Kong