CPSC2008-10-02
John Jaques & Son Recalls Lawn Dart Games Due to Risk of Puncture
John Jaques & Son Ltd., of Edenbridge, England
Hazard
The darts in the games pose a puncture hazard to young children. Lawn darts were banned in December 1988 to protect children from skull, face and eye puncture wounds.
Remedy
Parents should immediately stop young children from playing with the recalled games and contact the firm to receive a refund. John Jaques & Son and Hammacher Schlemmer are contacting customers directly.
Sold at
Kensington Trading Company online and Hammacher Schlemmer online from March 2006 through July 2008 for about $60.
Affected count
About 35
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Lawn Dart Games
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 374-8881 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jaqueslondon.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/John-Jaques--Son-Recalls-Lawn-Dart-Games-Due-to-Risk-of-PunctureDon't want to check this manually?
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