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Product recall · CPSCDecember 19, 2007Serious
Stuffer Bear
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
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What to do
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.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Victoria's Secret toll-free at (877) 260-8419 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.victoriassecret.com
The product
The cosmetic stuffer bear was designed to hold cosmetics and/or gift cards. It is a plush bear with a zipper down the body. A "VS" neck medallion serves as the zipper pull. The bear was sold in pink and leopard.
Details
- Units affected
- About 80
- Recall date
- December 19, 2007
- Brand
- Chang Zhou Ganghua Mfg., of China, Victoria's Secret, of Columbus, Ohio
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- No injuries have been reported.
Victoria's Secret Web site (www.victoriassecret.com) during October 2007 for about $8.
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: “Stuffer Bear Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Victoria’s Secret Internet site”
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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