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eStyle Mini Chef Toy Kitchens
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The four pegs supporting the oven shelf and four pegs supporting the refrigerator shelf can pull out of the wood, posing a choking hazard to children. The toy kitchen unit also can tip over, posing a risk of serious injury to children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact the firm for a store credit. All known users have been contacted.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact the firm at (877) 378-9537 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.babystyle.com
The product
The Mini Chef Complete Kitchen is a wooden unit with a metal sink, faucet, four-burner stove with front oven and five-turn-knob control panel, refrigerator, shelves, phone, clock, microwave door and roof. The recalled toy kitchen is approximately 32 inches by 43 inches.
Details
- Units affected
- About 65
- Recall date
- June 5, 2008
- Brand
- eStyle Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- eStyle has received one report of a toddler placing a peg in his mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Babystyle stores nationwide and at www.babystyle.com from October 2007 through November 2007 for about $200.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “eStyle Recalls Mini Chef Toy Kitchens Due to Choking and Tip-Over Hazards”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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