CPSC2011-11-16
Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis
Hazard
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.
Sold at
Build-A-Bear Workshop® stores nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from April 2011 to August 2011 for $12.50.
Affected count
About 19,720 units in the United States and 1,100 units in Canada
Injuries reported
Build-A-Bear received one report of an incident in which a 3-year-old girl pulled the inner tube over her head and had difficulty removing it.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the company's website at www.buildabear.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Build-A-Bear-Recalls-Teddy-Bear-Swimwear-Set-Due-to-Strangulation-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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