CPSC2000-12-08
CPSC, LeapFrog Announce Recall to Repair "Alphabet Pal" Educational Pull Toys
LeapFrog, a division of Knowledge Kids Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif.
Hazard
The toy has a two-part red plastic connector on the pull string, designed to separate under tension. The plastic pieces can detach from the string when the connector is pulled apart and could pose a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should cut the red plastic string connector off of these toys immediately, or return it to the firm to receive a free replacement toy without a plastic connector.
Sold at
Toy, department and specialty stores nationwide sold these toys, from June 1999 through November 2000, for about $20.
Affected count
About 500,000
Injuries reported
LeapFrog has received nine reports of the red plastic connector detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Leap Frog "Alphabet Pal" electronic pull toys
Consumer contact
For more information, call LeapFrog at 877-501-5327 anytime, write to: LeapFrog, 1400 65th Street, Suite 200, Emeryville, CA 94608-1071, or visit the firm's website at www.leapfrog.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2001/CPSC-LeapFrog-Announce-Recall-to-Repair-Alphabet-Pal-Educational-Pull-ToysDon't want to check this manually?
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