CPSC, Schylling Associates Announce Recall of Wooden Music Radio Boxes
CPSC recall 04088 · announced February 26, 2004 · Schylling Associates · 15,600 units affected
The product
The recalled "Picture Radio" song boxes have a wind-up knob, picture window, flexible antenna, and wooden carrying handle. The music boxes come in three designs: "The A, B, C Song," "Old MacDonald has a farm," and "Mary had a little lamb." Each plays the respective song when the main dial is turned. The "A,B,C" box has a red front, yellow knobs, and lettering on the front and back; the "Old MacDonald" box has a yellow front, blue knobs, and a farm scene on the front and back; and the "Mary had a little lamb" box has a blue front, yellow knobs, and pastoral scene on the front and back. The bottom of the music boxes reads, "More Fun From Schylling."
The hazard
A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point.
What to do (per CPSC)
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Specialty stores, gift shops, department stores and book stores nationwide, from September 2003 through January 2004, for about $12.
Consumer contact: Call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.schylling.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.