Updated 2026-10-15

Is Little Tikes a good brand?

Reliable

No CPSC recalls in the last 36 months.

Little Tikes, founded in 1969 and based in Hudson, Ohio, makes outdoor play sets, ride-ons and toddler toys that Amazon owners rate highly. The CPSC lists 15 recalls, none in the last three years.

Recall counts are not adjusted for sales volume. How the verdict works

Recalls in 3 years

0

Safety record: Clean. Source: CPSC.

Owner satisfaction

High

From ratings of 20 most-rated products on Amazon.

Trustpilot

1.3/5

83 reviews. Rates Little Tikes's own store and service, not the products. See on Trustpilot

What owners say about Little Tikes

Verbatim quotes. Trustpilot quotes are the newest positive and negative reviews; they rate the brand's own store and service.

Little Tikes is launching its Cloud Collection of neutral-colored Cozy Coupe, Cozy Truck and other popular toys exclusively on Amazon Sept. 15.
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The cozy coupe instructions were not for the model they came with, that began two days of frustration. There were no holes drilled in the plastic so my husband had to make a template in order to correctly make his own. Assembly was a nightmare since the incorrect parts were included with correct ones, it's a horror .
1 of 5 stars, Trustpilot review, 2026-07-24
Jumped through all their hoops for two weeks, provided photos of damaged item, provided proof of purchase. Just to be told that bc I threw away the broken item a couldn’t deface it they won’t send me a replacement. $60+ absolutely wasted. They don’t stand behind their products or their warranty. I had no idea I was supposed to keep a broken toy so I could deface it.
1 of 5 stars, Trustpilot review, 2026-01-05

Little Tikes recalls

  1. 2017
  2. 2017-02-23Little Tikes™ 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure Pink toddler swings. The plastic seat can crack or break, posing a fall hazard. Incidents: The firm has received about 140 reports of the swing breaking, including 39 injuries to children including abrasions, bruises, cuts and bumps to the head. About 540,000 units. Remedy: Refund. CPSC notice
  3. 2011
  4. 2011-09-28Building Sets. The recalled workshop and tool sets have oversized, plastic toy nails that can pose a choking hazard to young children. Incidents: The firm has reported two additional incidents, occurring prior to the August 2009 recall, of children who choked when the toy nail became lodged in their… More than 1.7 million additional units (This recall was first announced in Aug. 2009) units. CPSC notice
  5. 2009
  6. 2009-08-13Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets. The recalled workshop sets and trucks have oversized, plastic toy nails that can pose a choking hazard to young children. Incidents: The firm has received one report of an 11-month-old boy from Goose Creek, S.C. About 1.6 Million units. CPSC notice
  7. 2009-07-30Swing Sets. The recalled swing sets did not come with assembly directions for the swing seat harness. Incidents: None reported. About 1,950 units. CPSC notice
  8. 2008
  9. 2008-05-28Toy Telephones. The hinge cover on the toy cell phone can detach from the phone, posing a choking hazard to young children. Incidents: CPSC and the firm have received three reports of the toy breaking, including one report of a child beginning to choke on a small part. About 1 million units. CPSC notice
  10. 2006
  11. 2006-03-01Lights & Accessories. The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight could contain excess levels of lead. Incidents: None reported. About 20,800 units. CPSC notice
  12. 2002
  13. 2002-06-12Toy Ride-on. Young children who lean forward can fall forward over the handlebars, causing facial injuries. Incidents: Little Tikes has received 10 reports of children falling forward over the toy's handlebars. About 21,400 units. CPSC notice
  14. 2001
  15. 2001-12-06Baby Walkers/Stationary Entertainers. The antennae on the lobster toy can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. Incidents: No injuries or incidents have been reported. About 260 units. CPSC notice
  16. 2001-11-28Computer Equipment. The mouse ball can separate from the mouse and pose a choking hazard to young children. Incidents: CPSC received a report of a 2-year-old girl, who placed the mouse ball in her mouth. About 49,000 units. CPSC notice
  17. 2001-10-10Swings (Baby/Cradle). The buckles on the swing can break and the shoulder restraint straps can pull out of the back of the seat, causing young children to fall. Incidents: CPSC and Little Tikes have received 14 reports of problems with the swings. About 250,000 units. CPSC notice
  18. 1998
  19. 1998-12-22Fisher-Price toy basketball sets. Strangulation Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  20. 1996
  21. 1996-06-03Swings (Baby/Cradle). Fall Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  22. 1995
  23. 1995-12-22Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets. Choking Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  24. 1994
  25. 1994-02-08Swings (Baby/Cradle). Fall Incidents: not stated CPSC notice
  26. 1992
  27. 1992-06-16Toy Infants/Cribs/Strollers. Lead Incidents: not stated CPSC notice

Marked items are within the last 36 months and count in the verdict.

Product-related lawsuits

No product liability or consumer fraud cases naming Little Tikes found in federal court records.

What to buy from Little Tikes

Best-rated Little Tikes products

First Slide for Kids, Easy Set Up for Indoor Outdoor, Easy to Store, for Toddlers Ages 18 Months - 6 years

First Slide for Kids, Easy Set Up for Indoor Outdoor, Easy to Store, for Toddlers Ages 18 Months - 6 years

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Snug 'n Secure Blue Swing with Adjustable Straps, 2-in-1 for Baby and Toddlers Ages 9 Months - 4 Years

Snug 'n Secure Blue Swing with Adjustable Straps, 2-in-1 for Baby and Toddlers Ages 9 Months - 4 Years

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Rocking Horse Blue, 33.00 L x 10.00 W x 17.50 H Inches

Rocking Horse Blue, 33.00 L x 10.00 W x 17.50 H Inches

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3' Trampoline - (Amazon Exclusive)

3' Trampoline - (Amazon Exclusive)

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Little Tikes product lines on Amazon

Product lineProductsOwner ratings
Sports & Outdoor Play9Highly rated
Tricycles, Scooters & Wagons6Highly rated
Baby & Toddler Toys2Highly rated
Activity & Entertainment1Highly rated
Sports1Highly rated
Dolls & Accessories1Highly rated

Amazon data checked 2026-10-15. source

Little Tikes customer service and warranty

We have not verified Little Tikes's warranty and support contacts yet.

Who makes Little Tikes

Country
United States source
Founded
1969 source
Headquarters
Hudson source
Trademark (USPTO)
The Little Tikes Company (OHIO, USA); first registered 2024 source
Made in (recalled products)
United States (6 of 8 recalls), China (4 of 8 recalls)

FAQ

Is Little Tikes a good brand?

Reliable. No CPSC recalls in the last 36 months. Owner satisfaction on Amazon: High.

How many recalls has Little Tikes had in the last 3 years?

0 recalls in the last 36 months, according to the CPSC.

Who owns the Little Tikes trademark?

USPTO lists The Little Tikes Company (OHIO, USA) as the owner of the Little Tikes trademark, first registered 2024.

Where is Little Tikes based?

Hudson.

When was Little Tikes founded?

1969.

Where is Little Tikes from?

Little Tikes is a company from United States, headquartered in Hudson.

Where are Little Tikes products made?

Recalled Little Tikes products listed by the CPSC were made in United States (6 of 8 recalls), China (4 of 8 recalls).

Has Little Tikes had product recalls?

Yes. The CPSC lists 15 recalls for Little Tikes. The most recent, on 2017-02-23: Little Tikes Recalls Toddler Swings Due to Fall Hazard.

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