Recalls / 2006-03-28
RadioShack Corp. Recalls Toy Pliers Due to Choking Hazard
06121 · Recalled 2006-03-28 · CPSC page
Description
The recall involves the Child Guidance "Busy Baby Activity Tool Pliers," which are about 6 inches long. The plastic toy has an orange handle, a red center knob and a yellow sliding knob on the side. The red center knob has "child GUIDANCE" written on it. The battery-operated toy makes various electronic sounds, plays music and has flashing lights. The pliers also contain multicolored beads. A label on the back reads, "RadioShack."
Hazards
The toy's sliding yellow knob can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Reported injuries
RadioShack has received three reports of the sliding yellow knob on these toys detaching. In two of these reports, children were found to be mouthing these knobs. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should take these toy pliers away from children and return them to any RadioShack store for a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Child Guidance Toy Pliers | About 25,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- RadioShack, the RadioShack Web site
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or go to the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com
Source: CPSC recall 06121. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.