CPSC2006-03-28
RadioShack Corp. Recalls Toy Pliers Due to Choking Hazard
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
Hazard
The toy's sliding yellow knob can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take these toy pliers away from children and return them to any RadioShack store for a refund.
Sold at
RadioShack stores nationwide and the RadioShack Web site from August 2004 through February 2006 for about $6.
Affected count
About 25,000
Injuries reported
RadioShack has received three reports of the sliding yellow knob on these toys detaching. In two of these reports, children were found to be mouthing these knobs. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Child Guidance Toy Pliers
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or go to the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/RadioShack-Corp-Recalls-Toy-Pliers-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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