Recall Alert

Important Safety Recall for Unassembled Auto World Deluxe Pit Kits

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Round 2 is voluntarily recalling unassembled Auto World Deluxe Pit Kit slot cars sold after October 21, 2022.  

 

Unassembled versions of the Deluxe Pit Kits included on the list below do not comply with the federal magnet safety standard, because magnets used to power the vehicle are loose in the package prior to assembly.  While Round 2 has received no reports of any incidents, injuries, death, or property damage related to these Deluxe Pit Kits, accidentally swallowing loose magnets can lead to serious health risks or death.

 

The recalled models, prior to assembly, have two loose magnets that are not attached to the chassis of the unassembled slot cars.  The magnets are attached to the chassis during the assembly process and therefore no longer present the same safety concerns once assembled.  If you have not yet assembled your Deluxe Pit Kit, you should keep the unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit away from children and contact Round 2 to receive a pre-paid label to return the Deluxe Pit Kit for a full refund. Assembled models are not subject to the recall.

 

SuperATV is contacting known purchasers of these Deluxe Pit Kits directly.

 

Which Deluxe Pit Kits are Affected?

 

All of the following Deluxe Pit Kits that were sold on or after October 21, 2022 and that remain unassembled are subject to this recall.  If you are not certain when you purchased the Deluxe Pit Kit, please contact us at (855) 728-8256.

 

What Should You Do If You Have An Affected Deluxe Pit Kit?

 

If you have not yet assembled your Deluxe Pit Kit, you should keep the unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit away from children and contact Round 2 to receive a pre-paid label to return the Deluxe Pit Kit for a full refund.  

 

My Deluxe Pit Kit is Not On the List. Is It Part of the Recall?

 

No.  Round 2 updated the design of its Deluxe Pit Kits in late 2024 to ensure that it complies with all mandatory safety standards.  The updated design attaches the magnets to the chassis in the kit, prior to assembly.  Round 2 began selling this updated version of its Deluxe Pit Kits in December 2024.  The following models are NOT affected by this recall:

 

What Else is Round 2 Doing?

 

Round 2 is working closely with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to provide notice to consumers regarding the risks posed by the affected carrier bearings. Round 2 is committed to customer safety and providing safe and quality products to its customers and is taking proactive steps to ensure that this does not happen again.

 

We appreciate your prompt attention to this important safety recall and apologize for any inconvenience. 

 

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recall

Release Date: March 6, 2025

Release Number: 

Round 2 Recalls Auto World Unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit Slot Cars Due to Ingestion Hazard; Violation of Federal Regulations for Magnets

Recall Summary

Name of Product: Auto World Unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit Slot Cars 

Hazard: The recalled unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit slot cars violate the mandatory federal regulation for magnets because the magnets used to power the car are loose prior to assembly posing an ingestion hazard to children. Assembled models do not pose this risk and are therefore not subject to this recall.

When high-powered magnets are swallowed, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or another metal object, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning and death. 

Remedy: Refund

 

Consumers should keep the recalled, unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit slot cars away from children and contact Round 2 to receive a pre-paid label to return the recalled slot cars for a full refund. Round 2 is notifying all known purchasers directly. 

 

Consumer Contact: Round 2 toll-free at 888-770-7120 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at deluxepitkit@realtimeresults.net or online at http://autoworldstore.com/deluxepitkitrecall or http://autoworldstore.com and click on “Deluxe Pit Kit Recall” for more information. 

Recall Details

Units: About 55,000 

Description: This recall involves various models of Auto World Deluxe Pit Kit slot cars.  Each Deluxe Pit Kit slot car model is sold individually, unassembled, and some models are sold unpainted or painted. The “Auto World” logo, the words “Deluxe Pit Kit”, and the slot car’s model are on the front of each package. The instructions for assembly are displayed on the back of each package. The recalled models, prior to assembly, have two loose magnets that are not attached to the chassis of the unassembled slot cars.  The magnets are attached to the chassis during the assembly process. The magnets are numbered as separate parts under the parts list on the back of the package and labeled as “Front Magnet” and “Back Magnet”. The model/item number and UPC are on the back of each package. Some models will also have a date code. 

Incidents/Injuries:  None reported 

 

Sold at:  Online at autoworldstore.com, protinkertoys.com, and hobbylobby.com and in the following stores nationwide: Hobby Lobby, SlotsnStuff, NitroHobbies Inc., Hercules Distributors, RC Superstore, Bobby’s Hobby’s, Harden Creek Slot Cars, Emery Distributors, Hobbytyme Distributors, Grumpy’s Slot Cars, M&D International Distributors, Power Hobby & Sports Inc., JS Sporting, NAG Hobbies, Radak LLC, DDK Group LLC, TysToys & Garage Signs, Hydrohead34 Diecast, Hobby Express Inc., Hobbies Unlimited, Stevens International, OK Toys Inc., Mark Twain Hobby Center, Gibson Products, Saucier Enterprises d/b/a/ Hobbies Unlimited, and Prism RC Inc. These products were sold from July 2023 through February 2024 for about $22.

 

Importer: Round 2 LLC, of South Bend, Indiana

Manufactured in: China

Photos

Recalled Auto World XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit with 1973 Datsun 240z Body, Item# TRX 113, UPC Code: 8-49398-06563-1, Date Code: 06/15/23CH1 

Recalled Auto World Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit with 1962 Chevy Bel Air Coupe Body, Item# TRX 114, UPC Code: 8-49398-06564-8, Date Code: 06/15/23CH1

Recalled Auto World 4 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit with 1959 Cadillac Ambulance Body, Item# TRX 115, UPC Code: 8-49398-06565-5, Date Code: 06/15/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World Super III Deluxe Pit Kit with 2015 Chevy SS Stock Car Body, Item# TRX 116, UPC Code: 8-49398-06566-2, Date Code: 06/15/23CH1

Recalled Auto World Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit with 1968 Chevrolet El Camino, Item# TRX 119 UPC Code: 8-49398-06707-9, Date Code: 08/31/23CH1

Recalled Auto World XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit with 1970 Plymouth Superbird, Item# TRX 120, UPC Code: 8-49398-06708-6, Date Code: 08/31/24CH1

Recalled Auto World 4 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit with 1960s Customized Volkswagen Bus, Item# TRX 121, UPC Code: 8-49398-06709-3, Date Code: 08/31/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World Super III Deluxe Pit Kit with 2005 Mustang GT, Item# TRX 122, UPC Code: 8-49398-06710-9, Date Code: 08/31/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette C5-R, Item# TRX 124, UPC Code: 8-49398-07056-7, Date Code: 01/15/24 CH1

 

Recalled Auto World Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit with 1941 Willys Gasser, Item# TRX 125, UPC Code: 8-49398-07057-4, Date Code: 01/15/24 CH1

Recalled Auto World Super III Deluxe Pit Kit with 1970 Ford Boss Mustang, Item# TRX 126, UPC Code: 8-49398-07058-1, Date Code: 01/15/24 CH1

 

Recalled Auto World 4 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit with 1977 Dodge Tradesman Van, Item# TRX 127, UPC Code: 8-49398-07059-8, Date Code: 01/15/24 CH1

 

 

Recalled Auto World 4 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit with 1956 Ford Pickup Body, Item# CP7975, UPC Code: 8-49398-05915-9, Date Code: 10/30/22CH1

 

Recalled Auto World Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit with 2005 Ford GT40 Body, Item# CP7989, UPC Code: 8-49398-05932-6, Date Code: 09/30/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit with 2005 Ford GT40 Body, Item# CP7990, UPC Code: 8-49398-05933-3, Date Code: 09/30/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit with 2005 Ford GT40 Body, Item# CP7991, UPC Code: 8-49398-05934-0, Date Code: 09/30/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World 1957 Chevy Nomad XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit 1:64, Item# CP8077, UPC Code: 8-49398-06623-2, Date Code: 06/30/23CH1

 

Recalled Auto World 1969 Ford Torino Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit 1:64, Item# CP8078, UPC Code: 8-49398-06624-9, Date Code: 06/30/23CH1

Recalled Auto World 1987 Buick Grand National Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit 1:64, Item# CP8117, UPC Code: 8-49398-06946-2, Date Code: 11/15/23CH1

Recalled Auto World 1969 AMC AMX Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit 1:64, Item# CP8118, UPC Code: 8-49398-06947-9, Date Code: 11/15/23CH1

Recalled Auto World 1969 Dodge Charger Xtraction Pit Kit 1:64, Item# CP8119, UPC Code: 8-49398-06948-6, Date Code: 11/15/23CH1

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