Recalled Toys
2008 Mar 17 | Hazard: Magnets in the small flexible parts of the animals, vehicles and building sets can detach. 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 perforations or blockages, which can be fatal. Incidents/Injuries: MEGA Brands and CPSC have received 19 reports of magnets coming loose, including one report of a 3-year-old boy receiving medical treatment to remove a magnet from his nasal cavity and one report of an 18-month-old boy with a magnet in his mouth, which was not swallowed. Description: The Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-school Magnetic Toys include small flexible parts embedded with magnets that allow the parts to connect to large, colored metal balls. Name of Product Model # Name of Product Model # Magtastik Starter Set 427 40 Piece Tub 468 Magtastik Deluxe Set 428 Deluxe New Starter Set 467 Primary 429 Wonder Coaster 465 Primary Starter 431 Starter Set – New Parts 496 Car 434 Magnimals – Monkey 424 Helicopter 435 Magnimals – Dog 425 Fun Pack 448 Magnimals – Dinosaur 426 Jumbo 24 Piece Bag 456 Magnimals Assortment 423 Round Bag 461 Mag Mobile Assortment 433 12 Piece Mag Bag 462 Magnimals Pet Set 436 Target Bucket 466 Magnimals Bonus Pack 446 Easter Pack 469 The model number is printed on the front of the product’s packaging. Sold at: Wal-Mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-Mart and other toy stores nationwide from January 2005 through December 2007 for between $10 and $40. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled toys immediately and return them to MEGA Brands for a free replacement toy. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact MEGA Brands at (800) 779-7122 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.megabrands.com Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-school Magnetic Toys
2008 Mar 17 | Hazard: Small magnets inside the figures can detach. 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 perforations or blockages, which can be fatal. Incidents/Injuries: MEGA Brands and CPSC have received 25 reports of magnets coming loose from the figures. No injuries have been reported. Description: The recalled MagnaMan magnetic toys are figures that have body parts that attach with magnets. They come in either a “Futuristic Warrior” or “Ancient Warrior” theme. Each figure comes with three accessories. Name Color Model # Name Model # Alien Green 28170 Robot Assortment 28198 Robotor Red 28171 Vac Metal 28327 Flame Orange 28172 4-Pack 28175 Gigantor Blue 28173 3-Pack 28393 Toyoto the Samurai Purple 28164 2-Pack 28392 Sir Lancelot the Knight Gray 28165 Vac Metal Assortment 28327 Eric the Viking Blue 28166 Assortment 28254 or 28199 Brutus the Gladiator Yellow 28167 The model number is printed on the front of the product’s packaging. Sold at: Wal-Mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-Mart and other toy stores nationwide from January 2005 through December 2007 for about $10. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled toys immediately and return them to MEGA Brands for a free replacement toy. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact MEGA Brands at (800) 779-7122 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.megabrands.com MagnaMan Magnetic Toy Figures
2008 Mar 13 | Hazard: The wooden cherries on top of the toy sundae pose a choking hazard to young children. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: The recalled wooden sundae set toy includes six wooden scoops of ice cream, three cherries that attach to the top of the ice cream scoops, banana slices, a spoon and bowl. The ice cream scoops are green, pink, brown, yellow and purple. The sundae set pieces attach to each other with Velcro. Model number DPCI-204-12-0526 is included in this recall and is located on the packaging. Sold exclusively at: Target Stores nationwide from December 2006 through December 2007 for about $10. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy sundae sets away from children and return the toys to any Target store for a full refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Battat Inc. at (800) 247-6144 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET or visit the firm?s Web site at www.battatco.com Play Wonder Toy Sundae Sets
2008 Mar 5 | Hazard: The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Incidents/Injuries: Infantino has received eight reports of the tail piece on the rattle detaching. No injuries have been reported. Description: The recalled Infantino Lamb Grabby Rattles™ are shaped like a lamb with an Infantino elliptical-shaped logo stamped on the front right foot of the lamb. Only rattles with date code 0907 printed on the back of the left ear of the lamb are included in the recall. The production batch code is printed in a dial format with the year in the middle of a circle and an arrow pointing to the number on the circle that indicates the month. Rattles that do not have a date code are not included in the recall. Sold at: Wal-Mart, Babies “R” Us and other specialty stores nationwide from September 2007 through February 2008 for between $3 and $4. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a replacement rattle or a product of equal value. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT or visit the firm’s Web site at service.infantino.com Infantino Lamb Grabby Rattles
2008 Feb 19 | Hazard: The wires under the hood of the car and/or in the battery compartment under the seat can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to children riding in the car. Incidents/Injuries: The firm and CPSC are aware of 40 incidents of the toy car’s wires overheating. In several incidents, smoke was seen coming out from underneath the seat area where the battery is located. In one incident, flames shot from under the hood while a 4-year-old girl was riding the vehicle. No injuries have been reported. Description: The electric ride-on toy resembles the Pontiac Solstice. It is light blue and has Cinderella graphics on the front and sides. The wheels, steering wheel and two seats are pink. The white dashboard may contain an optional radio. “Pontiac Solstice” is printed on the back of the car. “Walt Disney’s Cinderella Special Edition” is printed on the license plate. It is designed for children 4 to 7 years old. Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through February 2006 for about $200. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and contact Dumar International for a free retrofit kit, including a new battery. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dumar International at (866) 424-0500 between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dumarusa.com Cinderella 12-Volt Electric Ride-On Vehicles
2008 Feb 12 | Hazard: The rechargeable battery contained inside the helicopter can catch fire during charging, igniting the helicopter and nearby combustible materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: Soft Air USA has received six reports of helicopters igniting, including one minor injury. Description: This recall involves the remote-controlled helicopter toy ?Fun2Fly Microcopter? with item number 91001. The helicopter comes with a transmitter that controls and recharges the helicopter. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 6 ? inches by 2 ? inches. The transmitter measures about 4 1/2 inches by 5 inches. ?Fun2Fly? and ?Microcopter? are printed on the packaging. The item number is printed above the UPC label. Sold at: Sporting goods stores and other retailers nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 for about $30. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy helicopter and return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a full refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Soft Air USA collect at (817) 210-4181 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the company at Bhook@softairusa.com
Remote Controlled Helicopter Toys
2008 Feb 7 | Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failur. Hazard: The bicycle’s frame can break during use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries. Incidents/Injuries: Trek has received 13 reports of frames breaking, including four minor injuries. Description: This recall involves Trek girls’ bicycles model MT220 and model years 2005 (light metallic blue), 2006 (metallic silver and metallic purple or pink and pearl white), and 2007 (pink and white pearl or metallic purple). The model name is printed on the frame of the bicycle. Model year 2008 bicycles re not included in this recall. Sold at: Authorized Trek dealers nationwide from April 2004 through June 2007 for about $300. Manufactured in: China and Taiwan Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled bicycle away from children immediately and return it to a Trek dealer for a free replacement MT220 girl’s bicycle or a $100 discount on a different size Trek bicycle. Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Trek at (800) 373-4594 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.trekbikes.com onsumer Contact: Contact: For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops at (888) 287-3232 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm?s Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com
Trek MT220 Girls Bicycles
2008 Jan 24 | Toy Wooden Block and Train Sets Recalled By Christmas Tree Shops Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Description: The Big Wooden Blocks contain 30 or 60 colorful block pieces in 11 geometric shapes. The Jumbo Wooden Train Sets contain 70 wooden pieces including trees, stop and railroad crossing signs, a red wooden engine and green train cars. Sold at: Christmas Tree Shops located in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions from October 2006 through November 2007 for between $4 and $20. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return the toys to any Christmas Tree Shop to receive a refund. Consumer Contact: Contact: For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops at (888) 287-3232 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm?s Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com
Toy Wooden Block and Train Sets
2008 Jan 24 | Battat Recalls Magnetic Construction Sets; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards" Incidents/Injuries: CPSC and Battat have received 16 reports of magnets coming out of the long flexible rods, 1-inch rods, and of the corners of square building pieces. No injuries have been reported. Sold at: Various retailers nationwide and online sellers from 2005 through 2007 for between $30 and $40. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Battat at (800) 247-6144 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.battatco.com Battat Magnabild Magnetic Building Systems
2008 Jan 23 | Toy Racing Cars Recalled by OKK Trading Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Description: This recall involves toy racing cars that are operated with a remote control. The toy racing car comes with four additional tires and one remote control. “Formula 1” is printed on the packaging. Sold at: Retail dollar and discount stores nationwide from October 2007 through November 2007 for about $1. OKK Formula 1 Racing Cars
2008 Jan 17 | Cranium Cadoo Board Games Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Description: Only the die found in Cranium Cadoo board games with lot numbers 2007195 through 2007244 are included in the recall. The Cranium Cadoo game is packaged in a square cardboard box with an orange background. The seven digit lot number is printed under the plastic tray on the bottom half of the box. Sold at: Fred Meyer, Kmart, Shopko, Wal-Mart and specialty game stores nationwide between October 2007 through January 2008 for about $20. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cranium Inc. at (877) 272-6486 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.cranium.com
Cranium Cadoo Board Game
2008 Jan 3 |Toy Wagons Recalled by Tricam Industries Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Description: This recall involves the red metal wagon model MH1250. The wagon has a red steel bucket, a black handle, a black steel axle support, and black tires. Sold at: Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide from September 2002 through November 2007 for about $30. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled wagon away from children and contact Tricam Industries for instructions on how to return the wagon and obtain a refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Tricam Industries at (800) 867-6763 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.tricam.com
Toy WagonDescription: Only the die found in Cranium Cadoo board games with lot numbers 2007195 through 2007244 are included in the recall. The Cranium Cadoo game is packaged in a square cardboard box with an orange background. The seven digit lot number is printed under the plastic tray on the bottom half of the box. Sold at: Fred Meyer, Kmart, Shopko, Wal-Mart and specialty game stores nationwide between October 2007 through January 2008 for about $20. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cranium Inc. at (877) 272-6486 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.cranium.com
Cranium Cadoo Board Game
2007 Dec 27 | Tot Tower Blocks Recalled by eeBoo Corp.; Children’s Toy Can Pose Choking Hazard Description: The recalled Tot Tower blocks are sold in sets of 10 blocks ranging from 6 x 6 inches to 1.5 x 1.5 inches. The cardboard blocks are covered in a plastic laminate film. The blocks have various images and themes including Things I Know New; Garden Fairies; Hardware Store; Around the Land; Read-To-Me; Animal Sounds; Animal Alphabet; ABC; and Nursery Friends. “Tot Towers” and “eeBoo Corporation” are printed on the product's packaging. Sold at: Specialty and gift shops nationwide from January 2003 through September 2007 for about $20. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact eeBoo Corp. directly to receive a replacement toy. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact eeBoo Corp. at (800) 791-5619 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.eeboo.com
Tot Tower Blocks Recalled by eeBoo Corp.; Children’s Toy Can Pose Choking Hazard
2007 Dec 7 | Children's Sunglasses Recalled by FGX International Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Description: The recall involves 15 styles of children’s sunglasses. The style name is printed on the product inside the left temple arm. The name “Foster Grant” may also appear on the temple arm of some styles. Sold at: Various stores nationwide from January 2007 through November 2007 for between $3 and $11. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these sunglasses away from children and return them to FGX International for a free replacement or refund, including shipping and handling. Consumer Contact: Contact FGX International toll-free at (877) 277-0104 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.fgxi.com FGX Children Sunglasses
2007 Dec 6 | RC2 Recalls Potty Training Seats Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard Description: The recall involves the First Years 3-in-1 Flush and Sounds potty training seats. Each seat has either a yellow chair with a green removable seat and a purple lift out-pot or a blue chair with a white removable seat and green lift out-pot. The words "100 Acre Wood" are molded on the chair back. The plaque inserted into the back of the seat contains molded Winnie the Pooh and Tigger characters. Sold at: Mass and specialty retailers nationwide from April 2006 through August 2007 for between $20 and $25. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.recalls.rc2.com
The First Years 3-in-1 Flush and Sounds Potty Seats
2007 Dec 5 | Bell Racing Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Description: The recalled products are six-inch tall, collectible, miniature helmets, modeled after helmets worn by several race car drivers. The follow models are included in the recall: Terry Borcheller helmet, part number 2005740; Kurt Busch helmet, part number 2001368; and Vitor Meira helmet, part number 2001381. The part number is located on the product’s packaging with the UPC. Sold at: Bell Racing dealers and distributors nationwide from February 2007 through November 2007 for about $40. Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Bell Racing to receive a full refund. Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Bell Racing toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, via e-mail at minireplicasrecall@bellracing.com, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.bellracing.com Bell Mini Collectible Racing Helmet
2007 Nov 8 | Curious George Plush Dolls Recalled By Marvel Toys Due to Risk of Lead Exposure. Hazard: Surface paint on the toy’s plastic face and construction hat contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Description: This recall involves Curious George 12-inch plush dolls with a plastic face. The dolls are dressed to represent five various themes: birthday, fireman, sweet dreams, tool time and tool time with a soft face. The plush dolls were sold with a Curious George storybook or activity book. The following product and SKU numbers are printed on the packaging. Curious Geroge
2007 Nov 7 | Spin Master Recalls Aqua Dots – Children Became Unconscious After Swallowing Beads. Hazard: The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose, develop respiratory depression, or have seizures. Units: About 4.2 million. Hazard: The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose, develop respiratory depression, or have seizures. Incidents/Injuries: CPSC has received two reports over the past several days of children swallowing Aqua Dots. A 20-month-old child swallowed several dozen beads. He became dizzy and vomited several times before slipping into a comatose state for a period of time, was hospitalized, and has since fully recovered. A second child also vomited and slipped into a comatose state and was hospitalized for five days. Description: The recalled toy is a craft kit which allows children to create various multi-dimensional designs using small colored beads. The beads fuse together when sprayed with water. The recall applies to all models of Aqua Dots. The product is available in various different kits with accessories such as a drying fan, applicator pen, design templates for the beads, and spray bottle. The product is labeled for ages 4+. Sold at: Mass merchandisers nationwide from April 2007 through November 2007 for between $17 and $30. Aqua Dots
2007 Nov 7 | Additional Spinning Top Recalled by Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Hazard: Surface paint on the wooden handle of the top contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Sold at: Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from April 2003 through November 2003 for about $12. Winnie-the-Pooh Tops
2007 Oct 11 | J.C. Penney Recalls Disney Winnie-the-Pooh Play Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Description: The recalled play set consists of 23 pieces including: either a white or black baby doll and assorted Winnie-the-Pooh themed items such as a diaper bag, blanket, playpen, highchair, swing, stroller, and carrying bags. Sold through: The J.C. Penney catalog, Web site and outlet stores nationwide from August 2005 through August 2007 for about $40. JC Penney Disney Winnie-the-Pooh 23-Piece Play sets
2007 Oct 10 | Starbucks is recalling 250,000 children's cups after the company received two reports of children choking on broken pieces, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced Tuesday. About 250,000 children's 10-ounce cups, made in China, are included in the recall. The cups come in four styles with animal faces: Dot Red Ladybug, Dash Green Turtle, Bunny Pink and Chick Yellow. Starbucks Cups - Dot Red Ladybug, Dash Green Turtle, Bunny Pink and Chick Yellow
2007 Oct 4 | CKI Recalls Children's Decorating Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively at ToysR Us Totally Me! Funky Room Decor Sets
2007 Sep 28 | RC2 Recalls Knights of the Sword Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Sold at: Specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2004 through March 2006 for about $8.
Britains Knights of the Sword Series Toys
2007 Sep 28 | Guidecraft Inc. Recalls Childrens Puppet Theaters Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Sold at: Specialty toy stores, gift shops, catalogs and Web sites nationwide from June 2006 through August 2007 for about $90.
Floor Puppet Theaters
2007 Sept 28 | Taiwan manufacturer. Target warned about excessive lead in paint on about 350,000 of its brightly colored Happy Giddy Gardening Tools and Children's Sunny Patch Chairs.
Happy Giddy Gardening Tools and Chair
2007 Sept 28 | The Robbie Ducky Kids Watering Can, sold from February 4 through August 24, 2007, is being recalled by Jo-Ann Stores, Inc. due to the presence of lead paint in the orange beak.
Robber Ducky Kids watering can and rake
2007 Sept 28 | RC2 Corp. Recalls Additional Thomas & Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The recall involves five toys from the Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway product line: the all-black cargo car, toad vehicle, olive green sodor cargo box and all-green maple tree top and signal base accessories. Sold at: Toy stores and various retailers nationwide from March 2003 through September 2007 for between $10 and $40.
Various Thomas and Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys
2007 Sept 4 | Fisher-Price Recalls Geo Trax Locomotive Toys Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from September 2006 through August 2007 for between $3 and $16. GeoTrax Engine Locamotive Toys
2007 Sept 4| Mattel Recalls Various Barbie® Accessory Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from October 2006 through August 2007 for about $10. Barbie Accessory (Dream Kitty Condo, Table and chair kitchen playset, bathtub and toilet playset, living room playset, desk and chair playset
2007 Sept 4 | Fisher-Price Recalls Bongo Band Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from July 2007 through August 2007 for about $20. Big Big World 6-in-1 Bongo Band toys
2007 Aug 23 | An Ohio importer recalled nearly 250,000 SpongeBob Square-Pants address books and journals made in China because the bindings might contain hazardous levels of lead paint, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday. The recalled address books' UPC code, printed on the back cover, is 80773007505; the recalled journals have the UPC codes 80773002260, 80773075501 and 80773007551. SpongeBob SquarePants Address Book
2007 Aug 14 | 71 Items have been recalled including Barbie Doll accessories and Disney-themed cars because of fears over loose magnets and unsafe levels of paint. The toys were sold between January 2002 and January this year.
2007 Aug 14 | Massive recall of 18.2 million Barbie, Polly Pocket, Batman and Doggie Day Care toys with magnets including 426,000 die-cast vehicles with lead paint. The magnets, which measure about an eighth of an inch in diameter, are potentially hazardous because they can fall out undetected and be swallowed or aspirated by young children or placed by a child in their nose or ears. Mattel is voluntarily pulling the toys off the market, which were sold between May 2003 and September 2006, at discount and toy stores. As of Nov 21, 2006, the CPSC has received 170 reports of the small magnets falling out of the recalled toys. There have been three reports of serious injuries to children who swallowed more than one magnet. No deaths have been reported to the agency.
Here is a list of all the Polly Pocket Toys that have been recalled:Polly Pocket!" Polly Place" Hangin' Out House" Model# B2632
Polly Pocket!" Polly Place" Treetop Clubhouse" Model# B3158
Polly Pocket!" Spa Day" Model# B3201
Polly Totally!" Polly Place" Totally Tiki Diner" Model# B7118
Polly Pocket!" Quik-Clik" Boutique Model# G8605
Polly Pocket!" Quik-Clik" City Pretty Playset Model# H1537
Polly Pocket!" Quik-Clik" Sporty Style Playset Model# H1538
Polly Pocket!" Totally Zen" Playset Model# H3211
Hazard: If children swallow more than one magnet, they can attach to one another and cause potentially fatal holes or blockage in the intestines. Barbie & Tanner
2007 Sept 27 | CPSC received a report of a 10-month old boy who strangled on the changing table’s restraint strap that was hanging down into Kolcraft’s “Sesame Beginnings” Travel Play Yard where the child was located. Twelve different Kolcraft play yards are included in this recall. All of the play yards have raised changing tables with a restraint strap that forms a loop beneath the changing table, posing a strangulation hazard to a child in the play yard. In addition to the strangulation hazard with the changing table restraint strap, one play yard also has a raised cradle that rocks back and forth. A child can roll and get trapped against the side of the cradle in the Contours 3-in-1 Play Yard. If that happens, a child can suffocate. Kolcraft has received 45 reports of children rolling to the side of the rocking cradle attachment. The recalled play yards were sold in a variety of colors and patterns. Play yards and model numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. The model number is printed on a white sticker located on one of the feet of the play yard. They were manufactured in China. The play yards were sold at retail stores nationwide from January 2001 through September 2007 for between $50 and $130. Consumers should immediately stop using the changing tables and rocking cradle and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free non-looped replacement strap for the changing table and a free repair kit to secure the base of the cradle. Consumers should immediately cut off and remove the existing changing table restraint strap. Consumers should always remove the raised changing table and cradle or bassinet before placing a child in a play yard. A free repair kit for the rocking cradle will be sent to consumers separate from the replacement strap. For additional information, call Kolcraft at (888) 655-8484 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kolcraft.com
Kolcraft Play yard
2007 Sept 18 | Hazard: The children’s trailer bicycle can detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children. Incidents/Injuries: REI has received one report of a children’s trailer bicycle detaching from the adult bicycle. No injuries have been reported. Description: This recall involves the Novara Afterburner trailer bicycle, a single-wheel children’s bicycle that attaches to, and cannot be operated independently of, an adult bicycle. Sold at: REI stores nationwide from February 2007 through June 2007 for about $160. Manufactured in: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycle trailer, visit the nearest REI store or contact REI for a free replacement part, a full refund or credit. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact REI at (800) 426-4840 between 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT seven days a week, visit the company’s Web site at www.rei.com or contact your local REI store.
REI Bicycle Trailer
2007 Aug 3 | Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and other children's toys from Mattel
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys could contain excessive levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Units: About 967,000
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $5 and $40. Complete list of products recalled by Fisher Price
2007 Aug 10 | The Chicago Tribune reported that US toy firm Schylling Associates voluntarily recalled 24,000 Chinese-made "Thomas & Friends" spinning tops from 2001-2002 with wooden knobs that were painted with lead-based paint.
2007 Aug 3 | Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and other children's toys from Mattel
Hazard: Surface paints on the toys could contain excessive levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Units: About 967,000
Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for between $5 and $40. Complete list of products recalled by Fisher Price
2007 June 13 | RC2 Corp. Recalls Various Thomas & Friends™ Wooden Railway Toys Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Sold at: Toy stores and various retailers nationwide from January 2005 through June 2007 for between $10 and $70.
Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Toys
2007 June 19 | Children's Necklaces Recalled by GeoCentral Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
Hazard: The metal clasp on the necklace contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Children Necklaces
2007 June 7 | Gemmy Industries Corp. Recalls Flashing Eyeball Toys Due to Chemical Hazard
Hazard: The tubular metal frame can break, posing a fall hazard to infants in the seat. Hazard: The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if broken, presents a chemical hazard to children. Evil Eyeball
2007 June 6 | Simplicity Recalls Cribs Due to Fall, Entrapment and Choking Hazards
Hazard: The assembly instructions provided with the cribs incorrectly instruct consumers how to attach the crib's drop side. If improperly installed, the drop side can disengage from the crib, posing fall and entrapment hazards for the child. Additionally, the metal locking pins on the drop side can pop off, presenting a choking hazard. Simplicity Crib
Chicago Tribute Article on Simplicity Cribs
2007 May 30 | Toy Drums Recalled by The Boyds Collection Ltd. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard Hazard: The red paint on the drums contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Sold at: Gift and collectible stores nationwide from June 2005 through April 2007 for about $15. Eli's Small Drums and Liberty's Large Drums
2007 May 30 | Fisher-Price Portable Infant Swings Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard Hazard: Infants can shift to one side of the swing and become caught between the frame and seat, posing an entrapment hazard.
Sold at: Discount department stores and toy stores nationwide from November 2006 to May 2007 for about $65. Fisher-Price Rainforest Oopen Top Take-Along Swing
2007 May 2 | Target Recalls Anima Bamboo Collection Games Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard Hazard: The toys in the bamboo game sets could contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Sold at: Target stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2007 for $10. Anima - Bamboo Collection Games
2007 April 18 | Infant Bouncer Seats Recalled Due to Frame Failure. Incidents/Injuries: Oeuf LLC has received six reports of frames breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Hazard: The tubular metal frame can break, posing a fall hazard to infants in the seat. Infant Bouncer Seat
2007 April 3 | A&A Global Industries Recalls Children's Bracelets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard. Hazard: The paint on the metallic band beneath the decorative cover contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Sold in: Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide from November 2005 through March 2007 for 25 cents. A&A Global Bracelets
2007 May 15 | Children's Rings Recalled By Cardinal Distributing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard. Hazard: The recalled rings contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Sold in: Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from August 2002 through April 2007 for 25 cents. Children's Turquoise Rings
2007 March 13 | Toys "R" Us Recalls "Elite Operations" Toy Sets Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards. Hazard: These toys contain high levels of lead in the paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Also, the toys have sharp points, posing a laceration hazard. Sold in: Vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from August 2002 through April 2007 for 25 cents. Sold at: Toys "R" Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from January 2006 through early February 2007 for between $15 and $30. "Elite Operations" Toy Sets
2007 Feb 15 | Fisher-Price recalls "Laugh and Learn" Bunny toys due to Choking Hazard
Hazard: The pink pompom nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Fisher-Price Laugh Learn Bunny"
2006 June 14 | Power Wheels Lightning PAC Tire Recall
Hazard: If the tires are over inflated, the plastic rim within the wheel can break, causing the tire to rupture. This poses the risk of facial and hand injuries while inflating the tires. Power Wheels Lightning & MX3 Mini Bike PAC Tire Recall"