Karmactive Staff
In a substantial recall affecting approximately 55,000 units, Round 2 LLC has pulled Auto World Unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit Slot Cars from the market due to dangerous loose magnets that violate federal safety regulations. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall on March 06, 2025.
The Hazard: Why These Slot Cars Pose a Risk
The recall specifically targets unassembled kits containing loose magnets that power the cars. These magnets, which remain unattached to the chassis until assembly, create a serious ingestion hazard for children.
When swallowed, high-powered magnets can attract to each other or other metal objects inside a child’s digestive system. This attraction can cause severe internal injuries including:
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- Intestinal perforations
- Twisting or blockage of intestines
- Infection
- Blood poisoning
- In worst cases, death
Important to note: fully assembled models don’t present this risk and aren’t included in the recall.
Products Affected: 21 Different Models
The recall covers various Auto World Deluxe Pit Kit slot cars sold individually in unassembled form between July 2023 and February 2024. Models include replicas of classic cars such as:
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- 1973 Datsun 240z
- 1962 Chevy Bel Air Coupe
- 1959 Cadillac Ambulance
- 1970 Plymouth Superbird
- 2005 Ford GT40
- 1969 Dodge Charger
Each package displays the “Auto World” logo, the words “Deluxe Pit Kit,” and identifies the specific car model. The problematic magnets appear in parts lists on package backs as “Front Magnet” and “Back Magnet.”
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Where They Were Sold
These $22 slot car kits were available both online and in physical stores:
- Online: autoworldstore.com, protinkertoys.com, and hobbylobby.com
- Retail locations: Hobby Lobby, SlotsnStuff, NitroHobbies Inc., and numerous other hobby and toy retailers nationwide
Federal Regulations and Magnet Safety
This recall highlights the importance of the mandatory federal regulations governing magnets in children’s products. The CPSC has increasingly focused on magnet safety after numerous serious injuries to children from similar hazards in recent years.
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What Consumers Should Do
If you own one of these unassembled kits:
- Keep the product away from children immediately
- Contact Round 2 for a pre-paid return shipping label
- Return the product for a full refund
Round 2 reports they’re directly notifying all known purchasers about the recall. As of now, no injuries related to these products have been reported.
For assistance, consumers can call Round 2 toll-free at 888-770-7120 (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or email [email protected].
Complete Model List
The recall includes 21 specific models with identifying UPC codes and date codes. All affected models are unassembled Deluxe Pit Kits with loose magnets prior to assembly.
FAQ
FAQ: Auto World Slot Car Recall
Q1: How do I know if my Auto World slot car is affected by this recall?
The recall only affects unassembled Auto World Deluxe Pit Kit slot cars sold between July 2023 and February 2024. Check the model/item number and UPC code on the back of your package against the list in the recall notice. Affected models will have loose magnets labeled as “Front Magnet” and “Back Magnet” in the parts list. Already assembled models are not affected.
Q2: What exactly is the hazard with these slot cars?
The unassembled kits contain loose magnets that could be swallowed by children. When ingested, these magnets can attract to each other or metal objects inside the body, causing serious internal injuries including intestinal perforations, blockages, infection, blood poisoning, and potentially death.
Q3: If I’ve already assembled my kit, is it still dangerous?
No, the CPSC specifically states that assembled models do not pose this risk and are therefore not subject to this recall. The hazard exists only when the magnets are loose prior to assembly.
Q4: How do I return my recalled slot car kit?
Contact Round 2 LLC at 888-770-7120 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday) or email [email protected]. They will provide a pre-paid shipping label to return the product for a full refund.
Q5: Have there been any injuries reported from these products?
According to the CPSC recall notice, no injuries have been reported so far. The recall is a preventative measure to protect consumers before any incidents occur.
Q6: Why are magnets in children’s products regulated by federal law?
Small, powerful magnets pose a unique and serious health risk when swallowed. Unlike other small objects that might pass through a child’s digestive system, magnets can attract to each other through intestinal walls, causing severe injuries that often require emergency surgery. Federal regulations aim to prevent these dangerous situations by limiting the strength and accessibility of magnets in products that children might access.
