Auto World Unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit Slot Cars
CPSC Recall #25-170 — March 6, 2025
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 25-170 |
| Recall Date | March 6, 2025 |
| Remedy Type | Refund |
| Units Affected | About 55,000 |
| Importer | Round 2 LLC, of South Bend, Indiana |
| Manufactured In | China |
Where It Was Sold
| 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. |
Product
Auto World Unassembled Deluxe Pit Kit Slot Cars
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. Model/Item #UPCDescriptionDate Code TRX1138-49398-06563-1XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1973 Datsun 240z Body)06/15/23CH1TRX1148-49398-06564-8Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1962 Chevy Bel Air Coupe Body)06/15/23CH1TRX1158-49398-06565-54 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1959 Cadillac Ambulance Body)06/15/23CH1TRX1168-49398-06566-2Super III Deluxe Pit Kit (w/2015 Chevy SS Stock Car Body)06/15/23CH1TRX1198-49398-06707-9Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1968 Chevrolet El Camino)08/31/23CH1TRX1208-49398-06708-6XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1970 Plymouth Superbird)08/31/24CH1TRX1218-49398-06709-34 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1960s Customized Volkswagen Bus)08/31/23CH1TRX1228-49398-06710-9Super III Deluxe Pit Kit (w/2005 Mustang GT)08/31/23CH1TRX1248-49398-07056-7XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit (2004 Chevrolet Corvette C5-R)01/15/24 CH1TRX1258-49398-07057-4Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit (1941 Willys Gasser)01/15/24 CH1TRX1268-49398-07058-1Super III Deluxe Pit Kit (1970 Ford Boss Mustang)01/15/24 CH1TRX1278-49398-07059-84 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit (1977 Dodge Tradesman Van)01/15/24 CH1CP79758-49398-05915-94 Gear Deluxe Pit Kit (w/1956 Ford Pickup Body)10/30/22CH1CP79898-49398-05932-6Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit (w/2005 Ford GT40 Body)09/30/23CH1CP79908-49398-05933-3Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit (w/2005 Ford GT40 Body)09/30/23CH1CP79918-49398-05934-0Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit (w/2005 Ford GT40 Body)09/30/23CH1CP80778-49398-06623-21957 Chevy Nomad XTraction Deluxe Pit Kit 1:6406/30/23CH1CP80788-49398-06624-91969 Ford Torino Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit 1:6406/30/23CH1CP81178-49398-06946-21987 Buick Grand National Xtraction Deluxe Pit Kit 1:6411/15/23CH1CP81188-49398-06947-91969 AMC AMX Thunderjet Deluxe Pit Kit 1:6411/15/23CH1CP81198-49398-06948-61969 Dodge Charger Xtraction Pit Kit 1:6411/15/23CH1
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 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.
Incidents & Injuries
None reported
Remedy Instructions
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.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.