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Guidecraft Recalls Children's Play Theaters Due to Tip-over Hazard

Recalled March 13, 2012 · CPSC recall 12131 · Guidecraft

Hazard

The recalled children's toys can unexpectedly tip over during play, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.

Remedy

Replace · Refund

Units

About 1,800 in the United States and 350 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

Guidecraft has received two reports of tip-over incidents, including one report of a child who suffered minor contusions and abrasions.

Description

This recall involves all 4-in-1 dramatic play theaters with model number G51062. The model number is printed on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the center crossbar and on the assembly instructions. The toy has two interchangeable panels with different themes on each side: a puppet theater and diner, or a doctor's office and post office. An assembled play theater measures 4-feet high by 3-feet wide and weighs about 46 pounds.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled product from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a refund or a replacement product.

Contact

For additional information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at (888) 824-1308 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.guidecraft.com

Product

4-in-1 Dramatic Play Theater Toys

Manufacturer(s)

Mega Profit Trading Ltd., of China

Imported by

Guidecraft Inc., of Winthrop, Minn.

Retailers

Various catalogs, Guidecraft.com and other Internet retailers nationwide from July 2010 through April 2011 for about $180.

Made in

China

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