Target Recalls Dive Sticks Due to Impalement Hazard
CPSC recall 09048 · announced November 19, 2008 · Target · 365,000 units affected
The product
The recalled dive sticks were sold in a bundle of three in multiple colors: light blue, aqua green, fluorescent yellow, royal blue, and red. The tag accompanying the dive sticks contains: "Dive Toys" or "Diving Game" and has a white small parts warning label in the upper right hand corner. The words "Made in China" are printed in the lower right hand corner.
The hazard
The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an impalement hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the recalled dive sticks away from young children immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Target stores nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $1.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.