Plan Toys Inc. Recalls Toy Penguins Due to Laceration Hazard
CPSC recall 08230 · announced March 25, 2008 · Plan Toy · 3,000 units affected
The product
The wood penguin-shaped toy has a black head with rubber fins, a yellow nose and a white body with red on the base. The toy is round-shaped and creates a soft bell jingle when spun. The toy measures about 3 ¾ inches in height and about 3 inches in diameter. "PLAN TOYS" and UPC number 084543521109 or EAN number 8854740052117 are printed on the outside of the packaging of the toy.
The hazard
The head of the penguin toy can detach, exposing connectors with sharp points, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the penguin toys away from children and return them to the store where purchased to receive a refund. Consumers also can contact Plan Toys to receive instructions on returning the penguin toys via mail for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Plan Toys has received one report of the head of a penguin toy detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2008 through March 2008. The camouflage egg sold for about $2.50 and the Spinning Top sold for about $2.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Plan Toys toll-free at (866) 517-7526 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.plantoys.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.