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Cinderella Battery-Powered Toy Cars Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled

February 19, 2008    Spanish
Cinderella battery-powered toy cars are being recalled by by Dumar International USA. The wires under the hood of the car and in the battery compartment under the seat can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to children riding in the car.

The firm is aware of 40 incidents of the toy car’s wires overheating. In several incidents, smoke was seen coming out from underneath the seat area where the battery is located. In one incident, flames shot from under the hood while a 4-year-old girl was riding the vehicle. No injuries have been reported.

The electric ride-on toy resembles the Pontiac Solstice. It is light blue and has Cinderella graphics on the front and sides. The wheels, steering wheel and two seats are pink. The white dashboard may contain an optional radio. “Pontiac Solstice” is printed on the back of the car. “Walt Disney’s Cinderella Special Edition” is printed on the license plate. It is designed for children 4 to 7 years old.

The cars were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through February 2006 for about $200. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and contact Dumar International for a free retrofit kit, including a new battery.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dumar International at (866) 424-0500 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dumarusa.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

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