McDonald’s Recalls “Step-iT” Activity Wristbands Due to Risk of Skin Irritation or Burns
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2016-08-23 · 16247
Hazards
The recalled wristbands can cause skin irritation or burns to children.
Recall
Number
16247
Date
2016-08-23
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Step-iT Activity Wristbands
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Distributed exclusively by McDonald's restaurants nationwide from August 9, 2016 to August 17, 2016 with Happy Meals and Mighty Kids Meals.
Distributor(s)
McDonald's Corp., of Oakbrook, Ill.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
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."