April 14, 2004
Name
of product:
"BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™"
Units: 314,000
Manufacturer/Importer: Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Hazard: The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic
and come to a point, which pose a potential puncture or laceration hazard to
young children.
Description: The recalled "BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™" toy car is a
20-inch blue and gray plastic vehicle with a detachable motorcycle. Model
number B4944 is written on the bottom of the toy vehicle.
Sold at: Mass merchants and toy stores nationwide from June 2003 through
February 2004 for about $27.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Parents should take these toys away from children immediately
and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings.
Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without
pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and
easily at home; instructions will be provided.
Consumer Contact: Consumers can call Mattel at (888) 271-9891 anytime or
visit http://www.service.mattel.com/us/recall.asp
to determine if their toy is among the recalled models and to order the free
replacement wings if needed.