Simon & Schuster Curious Buddies Children's Books
The felt ears and limbs on the pop-up characters can detach or come apart when pulled, which may pose a choking hazard to young children.
- Choking
- About 9,000 units
- 2 reports
Brand
Simon & Schuster recalls
2 official CPSC notices naming Simon & Schuster, 2003–2006, across children & toys.
Simon & Schuster recalls at a glance
- recall notices
- 2
- units recalled, at least
- 35,000
- incident reports
- 2
Totals add up the figures the notices state, counting a reannounced recall once. A notice that gives no number adds nothing.
- Hazards identified
- Choking
- Categories
- Children & Toys
- Latest notice
- June 15, 2006
- Earliest notice
- September 17, 2003
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Simon and Schuster Dora the Explorer Children's Board Book
A plastic replica of a balloon, attached to the book, can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- Choking
- 26,000 units
- No incidents reported
Simon & Schuster recall phone numbers and websites
The recall contact each official notice gives, newest first. Contacts can change after a notice is published; the notice itself is the final word.
Simon & Schuster recall questions
How many Simon & Schuster recalls are there?
As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published 2 recall notices naming Simon & Schuster consumer products between 2003 and 2006, covering at least 35,000 units.
Has Simon & Schuster had a recall in 2026?
No. As of October 1, 2026, CPSC has published no recall notice naming Simon & Schuster consumer products in 2026. The most recent was announced June 15, 2006 (CPSC 06-189).
What is the largest Simon & Schuster recall?
“CPSC, Simon & Schuster Announce Recall of Children's Books” (CPSC 03-186), announced September 17, 2003: about 26,000 units.
How do I check if my Simon & Schuster product is recalled?
Find the model number on the product's rating label, then type it into the model-number lookup on this page. A match means the number appears in an official CPSC notice; open that notice to confirm any date codes or serial ranges it lists. No match is not proof that a product is safe.
How do I contact Simon & Schuster about a recall?
Each notice names its own recall contact; the contacts for every Simon & Schuster notice are listed on this page. For the most recent one, Simon & Schuster Curious Buddies Children's Books (CPSC 06-189), call (800) 732-9531 and go to www.simonsays.com.