CPSC2007-08-14
Mattel Recalls Doggie Day Care™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose
Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Hazard
Small magnets inside the toys can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a free replacement toy.
Sold at
Toy stores and various other retailers nationwide from July 2004 to August 2007 for between $4 and $20.
Affected count
About 1 million
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reports of magnets coming loose. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Doggie Day Care™ play sets
Consumer contact
For additional information, call Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2007/Mattel-Recalls-Doggie-Day-Care-Magnetic-Toys-Due-to-Magnets-Coming-LooseDon't want to check this manually?
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