CPSC, Lakeshore Learning Materials Announce Recall of Doll Sets

Recalled June 22, 2004 · CPSC recall 04558 · Lakeshore Learning Materials

Hazard

The head and boot of the dolls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the wooden dolls away from young children immediately and contact Lakeshore Learning Materials for information on how to receive a free replacement doll set.

Units

About 2,800

Incidents / injuries

The company received reports of the boot and head detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves Toddler Doll Family sets sold with four figurines, a mom, dad, brother and sister. The 4-inch-tall dolls have a wooden head, arms and feet. The body is constructed of wire, which makes the doll adjustable. Each doll has yarn hair and is dressed in various colored outfits.

What to do

Consumers should take the wooden dolls away from young children immediately and contact Lakeshore Learning Materials for information on how to receive a free replacement doll set.

Contact

Contact Lakeshore Learning Materials toll-free at (800) 428-4414 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Product

Toddler Doll Family Sets

Manufacturer(s)

Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif.

Retailers

Lakeshore Learning Materials' mail order catalogs nationwide, from January 2003 through April 2004, for about $10 per set.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →