Wal-Mart Recalls Stuffed Christmas Beagles Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 07058 · announced December 14, 2006 · Wal-mart Stores · 56,000 units affected
The product
The stuffed animal is a brown and white beagle with a red scarf and Santa hat trimmed in red and white stripes. A green wreath with red pompoms is attached near the beagle's mouth. The stuffed beagle measures 7 inches tall and 5 inches long. "Marketed by WAL-MART STORES, INC" and UPC number "8 85271 90780 3" are printed on the dog's sewn-in labels. "Holiday Time™" is printed on the animal's hang tag.
The hazard
The red pompoms on the wreath attached to the beagle's mouth could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the stuffed animal away from young children and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from September 2006 through December 2006 for about $3.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.