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Product recall · CPSCAugust 5, 2015Serious
MZB Children's Watches
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The case-back of the watch can detach and expose the interior to water, posing a risk of skin irritation, redness, rashes or chemical burns.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled watches away from children and contact MZB for a refund.
Who to contact: MZB toll free at (888) 770-7085 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mzb.com and click on Product Safety Notice tab at the top of the homepage for more information.
The product
This recall involves 303 styles of "Light Up" watches that are identified by style number. A complete list of the serial numbers is listed on the firm's website http://www.regcen.com. The watches have a flexible plastic wristband sold in multiple colors including pink, pink with white snowflakes, green, blue and navy blue. "MZB" and the style number are printed on the case-back of the watches.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1.9 million (in addition, 58,000 were sold in Canada)
- Recall date
- August 5, 2015
- Brand
- MZB, of Long Island City, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 11 reports of skin irritations or chemical burns. Six of these consumers have required medical treatment.
Kmart, Kohl's, Walmart and other retailers nationwide from October 2012 through June 2015 for between $5 and $20.
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: “MZB Recalls Children's Watches Due to Risk of Skin Irritation”
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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