CPSC, American Greetings Corp. Announce Recall of Cloth Santa Decorations Sold at Wal-Mart
CPSC recall 04042 · announced November 26, 2003 · American Greetings · 500 units affected
The product
This is an 8-inch, stuffed, plush Santa decoration with a bean bag-type fill material. Santa is outfitted in a traditional red and white suit with black and white spotted trim. He is wearing green gloves and black boots. Model #UX UGF 121J and UPC 61526 09253 are written on the display tag.
The hazard
The beaded nose on the cloth Santa decoration could detach, posing an aspiration hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove these decorations from any display and keep out of reach of children. Consumers should return the item to Wal-Mart for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide, from October 2003 through November 2003, for less than $5.
Consumer contact: Call American Greetings Corp. at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.