CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2011-12-23

Build-A-Bear Recalls Colorful Hearts Teddy Bears Due to Choking Hazard

12068 · Recalled 2011-12-23 · CPSC page

Description

The Colorful Hearts Teddy is a stuffed animal about 16 inches high with black plastic eyes. The bear's fabric covering is printed with multi-colored heart shapes.

Hazards

The teddy bear's eyes could loosen and fall out, posing a choking hazard to children.

Reported injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled teddy bear from children and return it to any Build-A-Bear store to receive a coupon for any available stuffed animal from Build-A-Bear.

Products

NameModelUnits
Colorful Hearts Teddy Bears284,000 in the United States and 13,200 in Canada

Parties

Manufacturer
Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc.
Made in
China
Sold at
Build-A-Bear Workshops nationwide, online at www.buildabear.com, $23 in Canada.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT and on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, visit the firm’s website www.buildabear.com or email the firm at colorfulhearts@buildabear.com

Source: CPSC recall 12068. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.