CPSC2007-10-18
The Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard
The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif.
Hazard
The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy
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.
Sold at
Gymboree stores nationwide and its Web site from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $12 and $15.
Affected count
About 6,000
Injuries reported
Gymboree has received 11 reports of the sword breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Toy Pirate Swords
Consumer 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
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/The-Gymboree-Corp-Recalls-Toy-Swords-Due-to-Breakage-and-Laceration-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
We email you a Sunday digest of new federal recalls relevant to parents — free, no credit card. Or upgrade to as-it-happens alerts for the brands you actually own.
Get the Sunday Brief