CPSC Recall in 2012: Green Toys Recalls Mini Vehicles Due To Choking Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12-238

Date: July 30, 2012

Product Name: Green Toys Mini Vehicles

Recall Description:

The toy car's wheels and hubcaps can loosen and detach. This poses a choking hazard to young children.

Hazard Description:

The wheels and hubcaps on the toy cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 50,000 in the United States and 2,500 in Canada

Incidents:

Green Toys has received 10 reports of wheels and hubcaps detaching or loosening from the vehicles. There have been no reports of injuries.

Sold At:

Mass merchandisers, grocery stores and independent toy and specialty stores nationwide and by online retailers from April 2012 to June 2012. The cars cost about $5 each or $18 for the set.

Manufactured In:

United States