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Product recall · CPSCOctober 18, 2007Serious
The Gymboree Corp. Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Risk of severe physical injury.
What it looks like
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What to do
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.
Who to contact: For further information, contact Gymboree toll-free at (877) 449-6932 between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gymboree.com
The product
This recall involves a toy pirate sword with SKU number 140025491-GYS049. The SKU number is printed on the price tag above the bar code. The sword is made of plastic, and has a gold-colored handle and a gray plastic blade. The sword is about 19 inches long.
Details
- Units affected
- About 6,000
- Recall date
- October 18, 2007
- Brand
- The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Gymboree has received 11 reports of the sword breaking. No injuries have been reported.
140025491-GYS049
Gymboree stores nationwide and its Web site from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $12 and $15.
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: “The Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration 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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