CPSC2003-09-17
CPSC, Simon & Schuster Announce Recall of Children's Books
Simon and Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Hazard
A plastic replica of a balloon, attached to the book, can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and contact Simon & Schuster, to receive a replacement book.
Sold at
Discount department stores and bookstores nationwide, during August 2003, for about $10.
Affected count
26,000
Injuries reported
None.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Dora the Explorer Children's Board Book
Consumer contact
Call Simon & Schuster toll-free at (800) 223-2336 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.simonsayskids.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Simon--Schuster-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Books-Don't want to check this manually?
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