CPSC, International Playthings Inc. Announce Recall of Toy Stacking Rings
Recalled July 31, 2003 · CPSC recall 03165 · International Playthings
Hazard
Plastic knobs on the rings can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should contact the company for instructions on how to return the toy, to receive a free replacement item of similar value.
Units
About 5,000
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received three reports of small parts detaching from the rings, though no injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings have a blue and orange rounded bottom, two multicolored stacking rings, and an orange plastic bear head topper. The toy can be spun like a top and makes a rattling sound when shaken. The toy is designed for children ages 6-24 months and has a model number of E00421, which can be found on the packaging.
What to do
Consumers should contact the company for instructions on how to return the toy, to receive a free replacement item of similar value.
Contact
Call International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime or log on to the company's website at www.intplay.com/recall.htm
Product
Earlyears Bobbie Bear Stacking Rings
Manufacturer(s)
International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
Retailers
Specialty toy stores nationwide sold these toys, from April 2002 through March 2003, for about $10.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →