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Product recall · CPSCAugust 26, 2008Serious
Stroller Activity Bars
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young 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 activity bars and contact International Playthings for a free replacement toy.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 or visit the company's Web site at www.intplay.com
The product
This recall involves the Taggies™ Strollin' Along stroller activity bars. The multicolored, fabric, and plastic activity bars feature a yellow giraffe, a purple hippo and a blue elephant attached to a 12" long elliptical base with straps that attach to a stroller. The Taggies™ and Earlyears® logos are located on woven and satin labels sewn into the seam on the lower left front of the activity bar.
Details
- Units affected
- About 10,000
- Recall date
- August 26, 2008
- Brand
- International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- International Playthings has received three reports of the shiny material detaching and children putting it in their mouths. No injuries have been reported.
Specialty toy stores nationwide and on the Internet from February 2007 through July 2008 for about $23.
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: “Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard”
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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