Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board
Recalled by Melissa & Doug, of Wilton, Connecticut
Consumer product recall
A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
Melissa & Doug, of Wilton, Connecticut has recalled Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on September 17, 2026. It involves a fire or burn hazard.
Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.
What was recalled?
This recall covers Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board, with approximately About 84,000 affected. The company behind the recall is Melissa & Doug, of Wilton, Connecticut.
From the official recall notice: “The "Lights and Sound Fire Truck" is a compact fire engine toy with wheels that spin, that also features busy board activities that activate lights and sounds. The toy is made of red plastic, has four black wheels and has a white plastic rotating ladder. The toy has a black plastic connector that looks like a fire hose. The toy measures 10.5 inches high by 14.31 inches wide by 3.06 inches deep and weighs about 1.6 p…”
Why was Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board recalled?
According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The fire hose port can come loose and detach, posing a risk of serious injury from choking hazard.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fire or burn hazard.
A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: The firm has received 26 reports of the small port coming loose on the product. The Firm has also received one report of a minor cut.
What should you do?
If you think you may have bought Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.
The official recall notice states: “Consumers should stop using the fire truck activity board immediately and register at www.melissaanddoug.com/recall for instructions on how to receive a free replacement fire truck activity board, register for a full refund of $30 in the form of a check or receive a $40 melissaanddoug.com store credit. Consumers will be asked to remove the batteries, write in permanent marker the word “RECALL” on the front of the pr…”
About this recall
This recall applies to products sold in the United States. RecallRadar summarizes recall information from public CPSC data to make it easier to understand. We are an independent service and are not affiliated with the CPSC or any government agency, so please always refer to the official source for the authoritative record — and note the “last synced” date shown on this page, since recall details can change over time.
Who this recall affects
This recall matters to anyone who bought Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board. Even if you feel fine, it's worth checking what you have on hand rather than assuming you were missed.
What fire or burn hazard actually means
A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
In this case, the concern applies specifically to Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board from Melissa & Doug, of Wilton, Connecticut — not to the wider category of products. Similar items from other brands aren't part of this recall.
How to check whether you have it
On most consumer products, the model and serial number appear on a rating label — usually on the underside, the back panel, inside a battery compartment, or on a sewn-in tag for textiles and children's products. Check the original box if you still have it.
Compare what you find against the product details listed above. If the codes don't match, your item isn't part of this recall.
What to do if you already bought it
Stop using the product now and keep it away from children and pets until it's dealt with.
Follow the remedy in the official notice — typically a free repair kit, replacement, or refund from Melissa & Doug, of Wilton, Connecticut. You usually do not need a receipt.
Don't resell or donate a recalled product, and don't assume a second-hand version is safe — recalled items circulate for years on resale sites.
Full recall details
- Date reported
- September 17, 2026
- Recall started
- September 17, 2026
What you can do
Check whether any product you have matches the description and codes above. If it does, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Quick answers
Why was Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board recalled?+
According to the CPSC: The fire hose port can come loose and detach, posing a risk of serious injury from choking hazard.
How serious is this recall?+
Consumer product recall. A fire or burn hazard means the product can overheat, catch fire, or cause burns during normal use or charging. Recalls like these are issued to prevent property damage and injuries. Consumers are usually advised to stop using the product right away.
What should I do if I have Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board?+
Compare your product against the description and identifying codes on this page. If it matches, stop using it and follow the instructions in the official recall notice — this usually means returning it for a refund or discarding it. When in doubt, contact the company or your local health authority.
Opens the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data for this recall.
Recall number: CPSC-10976. Information last synced from the CPSC on October 6, 2026.