CPSC, Small World Toys Announce Recall of Sorter Toys

Recalled July 25, 2002 · CPSC recall 02213 · Small World Toys

Hazard

The plastic windows on the "see-inside" sorting blocks can break, causing the beads inside to be released. This presents a choking hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the recalled shape sorters away from children immediately and return the toys to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Units

About 880

Incidents / injuries

Small World has received one report of a sorter block breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled "Sort & See" sorting box is made of hardwood and comes with eight shaped blocks of various colors. Each block is filled with beads that are visible through plastic windows. The wooden box has a clear plastic top and cutouts on two sides, that correspond with the shapes of the blocks. The words "Ryan's Room" are printed on one side of the sorter box.

What to do

Consumers should take the recalled shape sorters away from children immediately and return the toys to the store where purchased, for a refund.

Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Small World Toys toll-free at (800) 421-4153 between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.smallworldtoys.com

Product

Sort & See sorting box toys

Manufacturer(s)

Small World Toys, of Culver City, Calif.

Retailers

Toy stores sold the sorters nationwide, from May 2002 through June 2002, for about $20.

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