Swings Recalled By Little Tikes Due To Reported Injuries
Little Tikes is recalling 540,000 toddler swings after 140 reports were received that the swing can break, posing a fall hazard.
According to CNN, there have been 39 reports of injuries, including two children with broken arms.
"On Thursday, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure pink toddler swings."
The recall includes swings that were made in the United States from November 2009 through May 2014, with the model number 615573 molded on the back of the seat.
"According to the announcement, affected swings were purchased at Walmart, Toys "R" Us, and other stores nationwide and online."
Parents are urged to stop using the swing immediately and to contact the company to receive a credit toward another Little Tikes product.
"If your model meets the recall requirement, contact Little Tikes at 888-284-1903, or visit www.littletikes.com and click on Product Recalls under the "At Your Service" menu for more information."
Additional information can be found at CPSC.gov/recalls or on the Little Tikes recall website.