Recalls / 2000-11-16
Curious George Musical Pull Toys Recalled by Prestige Toy Corp.
01033a · Recalled 2000-11-16 · CPSC page
Description
The toy is a stuffed fabric toy with Curious George holding two red and yellow balloons, attached by two retractable green fabric covered elastic cords. It can hang from cribs, playpens, or other juvenile furniture. A red tag on the toy reads in part "STYLE # 3490, Curious George Adventures, and Made In China." When the cords are pulled, the toy plays music as the cords retract.
Hazards
The toy has two elastic cords that form a loop, posing a strangulation risk to young children.
Reported injuries
Prestige Toy Corp. has received a report of a child found with the cords of the toy wrapped around his neck. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using this toy immediately and return it to Kmart, for a replacement toy.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Curious George musical pull toys | About 4,600 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Prestige Toy Corp.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Kmart sold these toys, from June 1999 through September 1999, for about $10.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Prestige Toy Corp at (866) 666-8266 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 01033a. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.