CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2003-01-16

CPSC, Build-A-Bear Workshop Announce Recall of "Founding Bear" Stuffed Bears

03070 · Recalled 2003-01-16 · CPSC page

Recalled "Founding Bear" stuffed bear
Recalled "Founding Bear" stuffed bear

Description

The recall includes the "Founding Bear," and the "Founding Bear II." The "Founding Bear" is about 19 inches long, and the "Founding Bear II" is about 18 inches long. Both stuffed bears are chocolate brown and have cream-colored paws and snout. "OUR FOUNDING BEAR" is written on a cardboard tag that was originally attached to the bear's ear.

Hazards

The nose of the stuffed bear can be pulled or twisted off, posing a choking hazard to a young child.

Reported injuries

Build-A-Bear Workshop has not received any reports of injuries resulting from these stuffed bears. This recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries.

Remedy

Consumers should take these stuffed bears away from young children immediately. Build-A-Bear Workshop will exchange the bear for any other item they sell of equal value or provide a Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card. Consumers should return the stuffed bears to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store or contact the firm for instructions on mailing the bear.

Products

NameModelUnits
Build-A-Bear Workshop "Founding Bear" stuffed bearsAbout 80,000

Parties

Distributor
Build-A-Bear Workshop, of St. Louis, Mo.
Sold at
Build-A-Bear Workshop stores, web site sold these stuffed bears nationwide, between March 2000, December 2002, for, $25.

Consumer contact

For more information, call Build-A-Bear Workshop toll-free at (866) 236- 5683 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.buildabear.com

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Recalled "Founding Bear II" stuffed bear
Recalled "Founding Bear II" stuffed bear

Source: CPSC recall 03070. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.