CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2011-11-16

Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard

12041 · Recalled 2011-11-16 · CPSC page

Description

The inner tube is part of the three-piece Fruit Tutu Bikini swimwear set for teddy bears, which includes a two-piece fruit-print bikini. The inner tube is 9 inches in diameter and pink with white and yellow flowers printed on it. The model number of the swimwear set is 017220 and is located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.

Hazards

The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.

Reported injuries

Build-A-Bear received one report of an incident in which a 3-year-old girl pulled the inner tube over her head and had difficulty removing it.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner TubeAbout 19,720 units in the United States and 1,100 units in Canada

Parties

Importer
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis
Made in
China
Sold at
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, online at www.buildabear.com

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the company's website at www.buildabear.com

Source: CPSC recall 12041. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.