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Burn / ScaldAugust 23, 2016CPSC #16247

McDonald’s Recalls “Step-iT” Activity Wristbands Due to Risk of Skin Irritation or Burns

Product
Exercise Equipment
Units affected
29
Remedy
replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves "Step-iT" activity wristbands, which come in two styles-"Activity Counter" and a motion-activated "Light-up Band." The Activity Counter comes in translucent plastic orange, blue or green and features a digital screen that tracks a child's steps or other movement. The Light-up Band comes in translucent plastic red, purple, or orange and blinks light with the child's movement. Both styles of activity wristbands have a square face with the words "STEP-iT" printed on them and a button to depress and activate the wristband. The back of the square face contains the etched words "Made for McDonald's."

Hazard

The recalled wristbands can cause skin irritation or burns to children.

Injuries

McDonald's has received more than 70 reports of incidents, including seven reports of blisters, after wearing the wristbands.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Distributed exclusively by McDonald's restaurants nationwide from August 9, 2016 to August 17, 2016 with Happy Meals and Mighty Kids Meals.

Photos

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