Recalls / 2007-04-17
DreamWorks Animation SKG Recalls Shrek Headbands Due to Injury Hazard; Giveaway Product Distributed To Pepsi Employees
07541 · Recalled 2007-04-17 · CPSC page
Description
The item is a plastic headband covered in bright green fabric with two ears similar to the character Shrek from the DreamWorks film series. A tag attached to one of the ears reads "DREAMWORKS" and "THE THIRD," and shows the top of the Shrek character's head.
Hazards
A small wire can protrude through the fabric of the ears on these headbands, posing a risk of cuts to consumers.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Stop using the recalled headbands immediately and call for information on returning the headbands to receive a free replacement item.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Shrek Ears Headbands | About 6,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Paramount Pictures Corp., of Hollywood, Calif., under contract with DreamWorks Animation SKG, of Glendale, Calif.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- 2007 through April 1, 2007. The recall does not include any ear headbands purchased, or distributed free of charge, before February 23, 2007, after April 1, 2007.
Consumer contact
Consumers who received the headbands through Pepsi Bottlers should call (800) 782-6116 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 07541. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.