John Jaques & Son Recalls Lawn Dart Games Due to Risk of Puncture
Recalled October 2, 2008 · CPSC recall 09703 · John Jaques & Son
Hazard
The darts in the games pose a puncture hazard to young children. Lawn darts were banned in December 1988 to protect children from skull, face and eye puncture wounds.
Remedy
Parents should immediately stop young children from playing with the recalled games and contact the firm to receive a refund. John Jaques & Son and Hammacher Schlemmer are contacting customers directly.
Units
About 35
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
The recalled lawn dart game includes four projectiles, each consisting of a 14 3/4" bamboo shaft, four fins, and a wooden tip.
What to do
Parents should immediately stop young children from playing with the recalled games and contact the firm to receive a refund. John Jaques & Son and Hammacher Schlemmer are contacting customers directly.
Contact
For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 374-8881 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jaqueslondon.com
Product
Lawn Dart Games
Distributed by
John Jaques & Son Ltd., of Edenbridge, England
Retailers
Kensington Trading Company online and Hammacher Schlemmer online from March 2006 through July 2008 for about $60.
Made in
China
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →