CPSC, Racing Champions Ertl, Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Toy Toolboxes
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 01-228 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- September 6, 2001
- Category
- Toys and games
- Products
- John Deere Kids Toolboxes
- Hazard
- Choking and ingestion, Laceration and cuts hazard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestionLaceration and cuts
- Units
- About 11,600
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 1, 2026
What was recalled
The children's toolbox is a soft-shelled, plastic, green box with a yellow handle and yellow raised letters that read "John Deere." A John Deere Kids logo with a fawn inside a red oval is imprinted on the front of the toolbox. The toolbox is sold with a green and yellow plastic ratchet wrench and pliers inside. Stamped on the bottom of the product is "JOHN DEERE LICENSED PRODUCT" and "MADE IN CHINA." All yellow-handled toolboxes are included in this recall.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- John Deere Kids Toolboxes · About 11,600 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: John Deere dealers and other farm supply retail stores nationwide sold the toys, from June 2001 through September 2001, for about $13.; Racing Champions Ertl Inc. (RCE), of Dyersville, Iowa.
Injuries or incidents reported
CPSC and RCE have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact RCE at (866) 898-4999 anytime.
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 156 recalls in the toys and games category, 71 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
John Deere Kids Toolboxes (About 11,600 units). " A John Deere Kids logo with a fawn inside a red oval is imprinted on the front of the toolbox.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Choking and ingestion, Laceration and cuts hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Parents and caregivers should take the toy away from young children immediately and contact RCE for instructions on returning these toys and receiving a free replacement toolbox.
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