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Report 08-152 12/27/2007 |
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“Warmest Jacket” Boys’ Jackets Sold September 2007 through December 2007 Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. | The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from getting entangled at the waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. | Consumers should stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before April 30, 2008, will also receive a $5 appreciation card. Consumers choosing to keep the jacket should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. |
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Report 08-150 12/27/2007 |
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Tot
Tower toy blocks Sold January 2003 through September 2007 eeBoo Corp., of New York, N.Y. | The plastic covering on the toy blocks can detach, posing a choking hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact eeBoo Corp. directly to receive a replacement toy. |
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Report 08-149 12/21/2007 |
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Super
Magnets Sold September 2005 through November 2007 Man’s Trading Company, of Brisbane, Calif. | The magnet attached to the bottom of a small toy panda can detach. If swallowed or aspirated by young children, the magnets can attract each other internally and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal. | Consumers should take the recalled toy away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 08-148 12/21/2007 |
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Sterling Silver Teething Rings Sold during November 2007 Empire Silver Company, of Brooklyn, N.Y. | The silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate and release the beads inside. This poses a choking and aspiration hazard to infants. | Consumers should immediately take the teething rings from infants and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement. |
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Report 08-146 12/21/2007 |
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Jewel
brand girls’ hooded sweatshirts Sold August 2007 through November 2007 Liberty Apparel Co. Inc., of New York, N.Y. | The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund. |
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Report 08-529 12/19/2007 |
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Holiday Cosmetics Stuffer Bears Sold during October 2007 Victoria’s Secret, of Columbus, Ohio | The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the stuffer bears and keep out of the reach of young children. Victoria’s Secret has sent consumers a postage paid return mailer enclosed. Customers returning the bear will receive a refund, postage and a $10 gift certificate. |
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Report 08-528 12/19/2007 |
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Giant
Measuring Chart Sold August 2000 through August 2007 Discount School Supply, of Monterey, Calif. | The paint on the grow chart contains excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should stop using the chart immediately and contact Discount School Supply to receive a credit or refund. |
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Report 08-141 12/19/2007 |
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Soldier Bear Toys Sold August 2006 through October 2007 AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service), of Dallas, TX | The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-141 12/19/2007 |
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Soldier Bear Toys Sold August 2006 through October 2007 AAFES (Army & Air Force Exchange Service), of Dallas, TX | The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-526 12/13/2007 |
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Children’s Robbie Ducky Holiday Water Globes Sold during November 2007 Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio | The painted base of the water globes contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled globes away from children and return them to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-135 12/13/2007 |
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Infantino® Lion Teethers Sold June 2006 through December 2007 Infantino® LLC, of San Diego, Calif. | The plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact Infantino® for a replacement teether or a product of equal value. |
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Report 08-133 12/13/2007 |
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Baby Toys Baby Bead & Wire Toys and Speed Racer Pull Back &
Go Action! Cars Sold March 2007 through November 2007 Greenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. | The recalled toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take these toys away from children and return to the store where purchased for a refund. |
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Report 08-131 12/13/2007 |
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Bunk
Beds Sold August 2005 through August 2007 Hooker Furniture Corporation, of Martinsville, Va. | The bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk that could allow a child’s body to pass through but not a child’s head. This poses an entrapment or strangulation hazard to children and exceeds the space allowed by the federal bunk bed safety standard. | Consumers should not allow children to use the recalled bunk beds and contact the retailer where purchased to schedule a free, in-home repair. |
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Report 08-132 12/13/2007 |
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Codeena Princess Children’s Metal Jewlery Sold September 2005 through August 2007 Codee International, of Northvale, N.J. | The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return to the store where purchased for a refund. |
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Report 08-130 12/12/2007 |
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Fishing Games Sold October 2007 through November 2007 Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla. | The recalled game has parts that contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the product away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 08-128 12/12/2007 |
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Horseshoe Magnets Sold March 1995 through September 2007 United Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill. | Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards. | Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact United Scientific to receive a replacement product. |
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Report 08-121 12/6/2007 |
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Boys’
hooded sweatshirts Sold August 2007 through November 2007 Scope Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas | The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the sweatshirts for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Scope Apparel. |
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Report 08-120 12/6/2007 |
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The
First Years Newborn-to-Toddler Reclining Feeding Seats Sold November 2006 through October 2007 RC2 Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill. | The restraining straps can pull out of the waist strap slots, posing a fall hazard to young children. | Consumers should stop using the feeding seat immediately and contact RC2 to obtain free replacement straps. |
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Report 08-119 12/6/2007 |
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The
First Years 3-in-1 Flush and Sounds Potty Seats Sold April 2006 through August 2007 RC2 Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill. | Decorative plaque inserted into the back of the potty seat could have orange paint that contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should keep these recalled items away from young children and should contact RC2 to receive a permanent clear protective cover that covers the plaque. The unit can still be used as a potty seat. |
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Report 08-118 12/6/2007 |
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Personal Identity-brand V-neck sweaters with hood Sold during September 2007 A & R Knitwear, of New York, N.Y. | The recalled sweaters have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. |
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Report 08-117 12/6/2007 |
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Basic
Editions-brand girls' clothing sets Sold during July 2007 Millennium Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y. | The recalled pants have a drawstring at the waist that can pose an entrapment or entanglement hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. |
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Report 08-116 12/6/2007 |
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TKS-brand
children’s pants Sold July 2007 through August 2007 E.S. Sutton Inc., of New York, N.Y. | The recalled pants have a ribbon belt at the waist that can pose an entrapment or entanglement hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately remove the belt to eliminate the hazard. |
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Report 08-113 12/11/2007 |
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Xplory® Baby Strollers Sold September 2003 through December 2006 Stokke LLC, of Kennesaw, Ga. | A bolt that attaches each front wheel to the stroller can loosen, causing one of the front wheels to fall off, posing a fall hazard to young children. | Consumers should stop using the recalled strollers immediately and contact Stokke to arrange for a free replacement of the front wheels. Stokke will contact all known purchasers by e-mail or regular mail. Stokke notified its retailers and posted a recall notice on its Web site in May 2007. |
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Report 08-112 12/5/2007 |
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Collectible Mini Helmets Sold February 2007 through November 2007 Bell Racing Co., of Santa Cruz, Calif. | Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Bell Racing to receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-108 12/3/2007 |
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Performance Fleece-Lined boys’ jackets Sold August 2007 through November 2007 Old Navy LLC, of San Francisco, Calif. | The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from getting entangled on waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. | Consumers should return the jackets to any Old Navy store or, if purchased online, contact Old Navy for instructions on returning the jacket to receive a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before March 31, 2008 will also receive a $5 appreciation card. Consumers choosing to keep the jacket should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Visit www.oldnavy.com for instructions on properly removing the drawstring. |
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Report 08-103 11/27/2007 |
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Children’s fleece hooded zip-up jackets with neck drawstrings Sold August 2007 through October 2007 The Bon-Ton Department Stores Inc., of York, Pa. | The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return the garment for a refund. |
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Report 08-519 11/21/2007 |
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Snow
and Sand Castle Kits Sold September 2007 through October 2007 Paricon Inc., of South Paris, Maine | The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children. | Consumers should stop using the large blocks and immediately take these recalled toys away from children. Letters will be sent to each customer with a replacement large castle block maker and a return mailer enclosed. In addition the notice will be posted in L.L. Bean retail stores and on its web site, and customers can return the kit to any retail store for a replacement. |
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Report 08-099 11/21/2007 |
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Flashing Pacifiers or 2-in-1 Flashing Pacifiers with Whistle Necklaces Sold June 2007 Sailing (U.S.) International Corp., of Hackensack, N.J. | The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the pacifiers and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund or discard the pacifiers. |
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Report 08-097 11/21/2007 |
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Boppy®
Slipcovers Sold February 2007 through September 2007 The Boppy Company, of Golden, Colo. | The zipper pull on the slipcovers can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, paint on the zippers contains excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should stop using these products immediately and contact The Boppy Company for a free replacement product. |
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Report 08-096 11/21/2007 |
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Children’s Pencil Pouches Sold September 1997 through October 2007 Raymond Geddes & Co., of Baltimore, Md. | The paint on the pencil pouches’ zipper pulls contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pencil pouches away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return to the store where purchased, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. directly. |
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Report 08-095 11/21/2007 |
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Sparkle City Charm Bracelets and Tack Pin Sets Sold August 2005 through April 2007 Buy-Rite Designs Inc., of Freehold, NJ | The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return it to the stores, contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund. |
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Report 08-094 11/21/2007 |
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Decorative Stretchable Aqua Bracelets Sold September 2003 through April 2007 Cherrydale Fundraising, of Allentown, Pa. | The bracelets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bracelets and keep them away from young children. Return them to the store where purchased or contact the firm to receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-093 11/21/2007 |
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Children’s Metal Necklaces and Bracelets Sold January 2005 through June 2007 Colossal Jewelry & Accessories Inc., of Maywood, N.J. | The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should stop using this product immediately and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-092 11/21/2007 |
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La
Femme NY Children’s Necklace and Earring Sets Sold October 2005 to April 2007 La Femme NY 2 Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y. | The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should stop using this product immediately and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-091 11/21/2007 |
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Crystal Innovations jewelry Sold April 2006 to September 2007 Pure Allure, of Oceanside, Calif. | The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take these jewelry pieces away from young children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 08-090 11/21/2007 |
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Shaving Paint Brushes Sold May 2004 through August 2007 Discount School Supply, of Monterey, Calif. | Surface paint on the brush handles can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should stop using the brushes immediately and contact Discount School Supply to receive a free replacement brush set. |
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Report 08-088 11/21/2007 |
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Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics Assorted Metal Jewelry Sold January 2003 through August 2007 Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C. | The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to a Family Dollar store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-087 11/16/2007 |
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Children’s Sunglasses Sold January 2007 through November 2007 FGX International Inc., of Smithfield, R.I. | Surface paint on the sunglasses can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take these sunglasses away from children and return them to FGX International for a free replacement or refund, including shipping and handling. |
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Report 08-085 11/16/2007 |
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Home
Trend Kids 9 Canvas Bin Boy’s and Girl’s Organizers Sold August 2004 through July 2005 Jetmax International Ltd., of Irving, Texas | The storage rack can tip over, posing an entrapment and suffocation hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately stop children from using the recalled storage racks and contact Jetmax International to receive a free repair kit that adds stability to the base. |
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Report 08-517 11/15/2007 |
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Girls
and Boys Bath Robes Sold September 2007 through October 2007 The Bon-Ton Department Stores Inc., of York, Pa. | The recalled bath robes fail to meet the children’s sleepwear flammability standard, posing a risk of burn injuries to children if the robe caught fire. | Consumers should stop using these children’s robes immediately and return them to any of the stores listed above for a full refund. |
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Report 08-080 11/8/2007 |
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Children’s Fashion Sunglasses Sold March 2005 through October 2007 Dolgencorp Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. | The yellow surface paint on the sunglasses may contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled sunglasses away from young children immediately and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-079 11/8/2007 |
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Curious George Plush Dolls Sold December 2005 through August 2007 Marvel Toys, of New York, N.Y. | Surface paint on the toy’s plastic face and construction hat contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Marvel Toys to receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-075 11/8/2007 |
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Wendy
Bellissimo Collection Convertible Cribs Sold July 2005 through October 2007 Bassettbaby, of Bassett, Va. | The bolts connecting the top corners of the crib can come loose, creating a gap and posing a serious entrapment and strangulation hazard. | Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately and contact Bassettbaby for a free repair kit. |
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Report 08-074 11/7/2007 |
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Aqua
Dots Sold April 2007 through November 2007 Spin Master, of Toronto, Canada | The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose, develop respiratory depression, or have seizures. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Spin Master to return for free replacement beads or a toy of equal value. |
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Report 08-072 11/7/2007 |
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“Robot 2000” collectable tin robot Sold October 2006 through September 2007 Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. | Surface paints on the robot contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy. |
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Report 08-071 11/7/2007 |
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Dizzy
Ducks Music Box Sold March 2007 through October 2007 Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. | Surface paints on the wooden base of the music box contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy. |
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Report 08-070 11/7/2007 |
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Winnie-the-Pooh Spinning Top Sold April 2003 through November 2003 Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. | Surface paint on the wooden handle of the top contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy. |
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Report 08-069 11/7/2007 |
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Duck
Family Collectable Wind-Up Toy Sold January 2007 through August 2007 Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. | Surface paints on the ducks contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy. |
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Report 08-068 11/7/2007 |
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Pull-Back Action Toy Cars Sold April 2007 through October 2007 Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. | Surface paint on the cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-067 11/7/2007 |
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Dragster and Funny Car toy Sold March 2007 through September 2007. International Sourcing Ltd (ISL), of Springfield, Mo. | Surface paint on the wheels and engine of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children, and return it to International Sourcing Ltd. for a full refund or replacement product. |
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Report 08-066 11/7/2007 |
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“Big
Red” Wagons Sold July 2007 through September 2007 Northern Tool & Equipment Co., of Burnsville, Minn. | Surface paints on the wagon and handle contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Customers should immediately take the recalled wagon away from children and return it to any Northern Tool store for a free replacement. |
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Report 08-065 11/6/2007 |
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“Skippy” Pool Toys Sold February 2007 through September 2007 Swimways Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va. | The elastic tongue of the fish can break and forcefully come out and cut the users’ hands during launching of the toy. | Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately and contact Swimways for a free replacement toy. |
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Report 08-063 11/6/2007 |
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Laugh
& Learn™ Learning Kitchen™ Toys Sold May 2007 through October 2007 Fisher-Price Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y. | Pieces of the faucet or the clock hands can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price for a free repair kit. |
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Report 08-060 10/31/2007 |
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“Galaxy Warriors” Toy Figures Sold January 2006 through October 2007 Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J. | Surface paints on the recalled toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children immediately and return the toy to the firm for a full refund plus postage. |
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Report 08-058 11/1/2007 |
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Decorative Packaging Pearl-like Bead Attachments sold with Girl’s Gift
Sets Sold April 2007 through September 2007 Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio | Surface coating on a plastic bead decorative packaging attachment contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately remove this recalled decorative pearl-like bead attachment from the gift sets and return it to any Limited Too store for a $5 Limited Too coupon. In addition to the $5 coupon, consumers who choose to return the gift sets along with the packaging attachment will receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-059 10/31/2007 |
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“Ugly
Teeth” Party Favors Sold January 2006 through October 2007 Amscan Inc., of Elmsford, N.Y. | The surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween teeth away from children and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 08-057 10/31/2007 |
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Elite
Operations Toys Sold July 2007 through October 2007 Toys “R” Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J. | Surface coatings on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children, and return them to any Toys “R” Us for a full refund or store credit. |
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Report 08-056 10/31/2007 |
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Ribbit Board Games Sold March 2007 through October 2007 SimplyFun LLC, of Bellevue, Wash. | Surface paint on the five frog-shaped wooden pieces contain excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately remove the five frog pieces from the game and discontinue using them. Consumers should contact SimplyFun for a refund or a set of five replacement frogs. |
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Report 08-051 10/25/2007
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Purple
Halloween Pails with Witch Decorations Sold from August 2007 through October 2007 Family Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C. | The green paint on the pails contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-049 10/25/2007 |
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Children’s Toy Gardening Tools Sold January 2007 through September 2007 Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio | Surface paint on the handle of the toy gardening tools can contain excessive levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-048 10/25/2007 |
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Go
Diego Go Animal Rescue Boats Sold June 2007 through October 2007 Fisher-Price Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y. | Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal standard prohibiting lead paint on children’s toys. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price in order to receive a free replacement toy. Consumers need to return the recalled toys to Fisher-Price. |
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Report 08-046 10/25/2007
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Bumbo
“Baby Sitter” Seats Sold from August 2003 through October 2007 Bumbo International, of South Africa | If the seat is placed on a table, countertop, chair, or other elevated surface, young children can arch their backs, flip out of the Bumbo seat, and fall onto the floor, posing a risk of serious head injuries. | Consumers should never use the infant seat on a table, countertop, chair, or other elevated surface. Consumers can contact Bumbo to obtain new warning label stickers and instructions, free of charge. The new warning label will state: “WARNING – Prevent Falls; Never use on any elevated surface.” Consumers should use the Bumbo seat at ground level, but should never leave a child unattended. |
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Report 08-045 10/25/2007
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Beary
Cute, Expressions, and Sassy & Chic Children’s Metal Jewelry Sold from December 2005 through July 2007 Greenbrier International, Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. |
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. |
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Report 08-044 10/25/2007
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WeGlow
Children’s Metal Jewelry Sold from December 2005 through August 2007 WeGlow International, of Virginia Beach, Va. | The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. |
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Report 08-039 10/23/2007
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Magnetic
Game Pieces sold with "Cars" Themed Backpacks Sold from February 2007 through September 2007 Global Design Concepts Inc., of New York, N.Y. |
Small magnets inside the four game pieces that were sold with the "Cars" backpack can fall out of their plastic enclosure. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled game pieces away from young children and contact the Cars Backpack Recall hotline for instructions on returning the recalled game pieces for a free replacement "Cars" wallet or equivalent product. |
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Report 08-037 10/18/2007 |
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Toy
Pirate Swords Sold August 2007 through September 2007 The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. | The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. Consumers also can contact Gymboree to receive instructions on returning the swords via mail. |
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Report 08-034 10/18/2007
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Girls’
Boots Sold from August 2007 through September 2007 Payless ShoeSource Inc., of Topeka, KS | The guitar-shaped zipper pulls on each boot can interlock while a child is walking, causing the child to trip and fall. | Consumers should take these boots away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or exchange. |
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Report 08-033 10/17/2007
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Skull
Pails Filled With Halloween Candy Mix Sold from September 2007 through October 2007 R.L. Albert & Son, of Greenwich, Conn. | The surface paint on the eyes, nose, and teeth of the skull contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and take it to the retailer where it was purchased to receive a full refund. |
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Report 08-032 10/17/2007
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Cool
Clip™ and Mini Cool Clip™ Bookmarks Sold from April 2003 through October 2007 Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio | Paint on the clip of the bookmarks contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund. |
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Report 08-031 10/17/2007
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Tabletop
Puppet Theaters Sold from June 2006 through August 2007 Guidecraft Inc., of Englewood, N.J. | Surface paints on the puppet theater’s wooden panels contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled puppet theaters away from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a replacement theater or another product of equal value. |
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Report 08-030 10/11/2007
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Pink and
Orange Glow Sticks (free giveaway with donuts) Sold from September 2007 through October 2007 Dunkin’ Donuts LLC, of Canton, Mass. | The recalled glow sticks are not properly labeled to warn consumers that the cap and lanyard can detach, posing a choking hazard. Additionally, the lanyard poses a strangulation hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled glow sticks away from young children and return them to any Dunkin’ Donuts for a free donut. |
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Report 08-023 10/11/2007
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Deluxe
Wood Art Sets Sold from September 2005 through August 2007 J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas | Surface paint on the outside of the wooden box contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. |
| See Report 08-022 10/11/2007
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Disney™
Deluxe Winnie-the-Pooh 23-Piece Play Sets Sold August 2005 through August 2007 J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas | Surface paints on the play sets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled play set away from young children immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. |
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Report 08-021 10/11/2007
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Princess
Magnetic Travel Art Set Lap Desks Sold from April 2007 through August 2007 CBOCS Distribution, Inc., of Lebanon, Tenn. | The surface paint on the zipper pull of the lap desk contains lead in excess of the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should stop using these art sets immediately, and contact the firm or return the product to any Cracker Barrel location for a full refund. |
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Report 08-501 10/11/2007
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Kidnastics Balance Beams Sold from January 2007 through September 2007 Flaghouse Inc., of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. | Surface paint on the balance beam contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the beam and contact Flaghouse for a free replacement, a full refund, or credit toward the purchase of another product. |
| See Report 08-020 10/11/2007
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Bendable
Dinosaur Toys Sold October 2006 through August 2007 Kipp Brothers, of Carmel, Ind. | The recalled toys pose a risk of lead exposure to young children. | Consumers should take the recalled toys away from children immediately. Consumers can return the toy to the place of receipt for a free replacement toy. |
| See Report 08-018 10/9/2007
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Cub
Scouts Totem Badges Sold January 2000 through September 2007 Kahoot Products Inc., of Roswell, Ga. | The surface paints on the badges contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Parents should immediately remove the badges from clothing and keep the badges away from children. Contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a free replacement badge. |
| See Report 08-017 10/9/2007
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Children’s Plastic Cups Sold May 2006 through August 2007 Starbucks Coffee Co., of Seattle, Wash. | If the cup is dropped, the colorful face on the cup can break off and leave small parts or sharp exposed edges that can pose a choking or laceration hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled cups away from young children and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the cups for a refund. Starbucks is also offering a complimentary beverage as an incentive to return the recalled cups. |
| See Report 08-010 10/4/2007 | ![]() | Bookmarks and Journals Sold March 2005 through October 2007 Antioch Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio | Paint on the spiral metal bindings of the journals, clip of the bookmarks and the clear coating on the marquis bookmarks and bracelets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. | Consumers should immediately take the bookmarks and journals away from children and contact Antioch Publishing for a refund. |
| See Report 08-009 10/4/2007 | ![]() |
Key Chains Sold June 2005 through August 2007 Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. | The key chains contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product. |
| See Report 08-008 10/4/2007 | ![]() | Children’s Toy Decorating Sets Sold May 2007 through September 2007 Toys “R” Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J. | Surface paint on the back of the recalled mirror contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and return the item to the nearest Toys “R” Us store for store credit. |
| See Report 08-007 10/4/2007 | ![]() | Frankenstein Tumblers Sold September 2007 Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn. | Surface paint on the center of the eyes of some of the cups can contain high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take these tumblers away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product. |
| See Report 08-004 10/4/2007 | ![]() |
Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons, Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagons, 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts, and Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks Sold August 2005 to August 2007 KB Toys, Inc., of Pittsfield, Mass. | Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to any KB Toys retail store for a store credit. |
| See Report 08-006 10/4/2007 | ![]() |
“Pirates of the Caribbean” Medallion Squeeze Lights Sold September 2006 through October 2007 Eveready Battery Co., of St. Louis, Mo. | Surface paints on the leather strap attached to the medallion squeeze light contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled squeeze light away from children immediately and contact the firm to receive a voucher for another Energizer-brand product. |
| See Report 08-005 10/4/2007 | ![]() | Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks Sold June 2007 through September 2007 Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga. | Surface paint on the blue block contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled blue block away from children immediately and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement of the affected block. |
| See Report 08-002 10/2/2007 | ![]() |
Plush Boys Rattles Sold March 2007 through May 2007 Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. | The recalled rattles can break open releasing the small beads inside, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should take the recalled rattles away from young children immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund. |
| See Report 07-317 9/28/2007 | ![]() |
Mini Zooper Doll Strollers Sold October 2005 through June 2007 Lan Enterprises, of Beaverton, Ore. | A child’s finger can become caught in the rectangular metal clip or the black plastic side hinge, and this can sever a child’s finger tip. Also, the strollers pose an entrapment hazard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled doll strollers away from children and contact Pottery Barn Kids for instructions on receiving a repair kit. |
| See Report 07-315 9/27/2007 | ![]() |
Kolcraft’s Travel Play Yard Sold January 2001 through September 2007 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill. | CPSC received a report of a 10-month old boy who strangled on the changing table’s restraint strap that was hanging down into Kolcraft’s “Sesame Beginnings” Travel Play Yard where the child was located. | Consumers should immediately stop using the changing tables and rocking cradle and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free non-looped replacement strap for the changing table and a free repair kit to secure the base of the cradle. Consumers should immediately cut off and remove the existing changing table restraint strap. Consumers should always remove the raised changing table and cradle or bassinet before placing a child in a play yard. |