Recalls / 2001-07-31

CPSC, Burger King and Alcone Announce Recall of Two Kids Meal Toys

01209 · Recalled 2001-07-31 · CPSC page

Recalled "Hourglass Space Sprout" and "Look for Me Bumblebee" toddler toys

Description

The "Hourglass Space Sprout" is a multi-colored toy with a green smiling head; a clear hourglass, filled with beads; and two red balls with yellow spots as arms. The "Look for Me Bumblebee" has a purple base with a green leaf, a yellow head, and three rings that fit over the head. When the recalled toys are shaken, the beads inside make a rattle sound. On the back of the toys are the words, "Sassy®," "Burger King™," and "MADE IN CHINA." The packaging says, "Toddler Toys For Kids Under Three Years Old."

Hazards

The toys can break, causing small beads or balls to be released, which poses a choking or aspiration hazard to young children.

Reported injuries

Burger King Corporation has received 18 reports of the toys breaking. There are six incidents where children had the balls or beads in their mouth, but no injuries were reported.

Remedy

Parents should immediately take the toys away from children and call Burger King's Consumer Affairs for instructions on returning the toy for a free replacement toy.

Products

Name	Model	Units
"Hourglass Space Sprout" and "Look for Me Bumblebee" toddler toys		2.6 million

Parties

Importer: Alcone Marketing Group, of Irvine, Calif.
Distributor: Burger King Corporation, of Miami, Fla.
Made in: China
Sold at: Burger King® restaurants nationwide distributed the toys inside Kids Meals

Consumer contact

Consumers may call Burger King's Consumer Affairs at 305-378-3535. Information also is available at Burger King Corporation's web site at www.burgerking.com

Source: CPSC recall 01209. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.