CPSC2011-09-28
Little Tikes Expands Recall of Toy Workshop and Tool Sets Due to Choking Hazard
Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio
Hazard
The recalled workshop and tool sets have oversized, plastic toy nails that can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the toy nails away from young children and contact the firm for free replacement toy nails.
Sold at
Mass merchandise retailers nationwide from 1990 through 2004 for between $25 and $100.
Affected count
More than 1.7 million additional units (This recall was first announced in Aug. 2009)
Injuries reported
The firm has reported two additional incidents, occurring prior to the August 2009 recall, of children who choked when the toy nail became lodged in their throat. Both children were treated in a hospital and made a full recovery.
Manufactured in
United States, China
Products
Little Tikes® Workshop and Tool Sets
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Little Tikes at (800) 321-0183 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.littletikes.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/Little-Tikes-Expands-Recall-of-Toy-Workshop-and-Tool-Sets-Due-to-Choking-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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