Recalls / 2010-09-15
Giant Starbuilders and Giant Stars Building Sets Recalled by Edushape Due to Choking Hazard
10346 · Recalled 2010-09-15 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves all Giant Starbuilders and Giant Stars building sets. The giant stars measure 5 inches in diameter and are made of opaque plastic. Each star has six knobs protruding from a ring-shaped center. The Giant Starbuilder set contains red, green, yellow and blue stars. The Giant Star building set contains red, green, yellow, blue, orange and pink stars.
Hazards
Plastic knobs can break from the center of the star, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Reported injuries
CPSC and Edushape have received three reports of knobs breaking off from the center of the star. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled star blocks away from children and contact Edushape for a replacement set or credit towards another Edushape product of equal or lesser value.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Giant Starbuilder and Giant Stars building sets | About 13,500 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Edushape Ltd., of Deer Park, N.Y.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Small retail, online at Target.com, Toys R Us.com, Amazon.com, CSN through Walmart Marketplace, $35.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Edushape at (800) 404-4744 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.edushape.com
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Source: CPSC recall 10346. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.