CPSC, Lakeshore Learning Materials Announce Recall of Doll Sets
CPSC recall 04558 · announced June 22, 2004 · Lakeshore Learning Materials · 2,800 units affected
The product
The recall involves Toddler Doll Family sets sold with four figurines, a mom, dad, brother and sister. The 4-inch-tall dolls have a wooden head, arms and feet. The body is constructed of wire, which makes the doll adjustable. Each doll has yarn hair and is dressed in various colored outfits.
The hazard
The head and boot of the dolls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the wooden dolls away from young children immediately and contact Lakeshore Learning Materials for information on how to receive a free replacement doll set.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The company received reports of the boot and head detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Lakeshore Learning Materials' mail order catalogs nationwide, from January 2003 through April 2004, for about $10 per set.
Consumer contact: Contact Lakeshore Learning Materials toll-free at (800) 428-4414 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT 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.