CPSC recall 00063a, announced February 8, 2000, covers Manhattan Group Pull toys: Enchanted Garden Inchworm (item number EG150); Merry Meadows Cow (item number FS150); and Sunny Safari Blue Elephant (item number SS150) (about 3,400 units). The wooden wheels and pegs attached to the toy could come off, presenting a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the toys away from young children immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a refund or exchange for another soft toy. Recall contact: call (800) 541-1345.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
A label on these toys reads, "Made in Thailand."
Which products are included?
These toys are called Enchanted Garden Inchworm, item number EG150; Merry Meadows Cow, item number FS150; and Sunny Safari Blue Elephant, item number SS150. The item number is on the back of the hangtag near the Universal Product Code. The inchworm has two red, two blue and two yellow round fabric sections sewn together. The cow is made of white plush fabric with black spots sewn onto the white fabric. The cow has a red and white checkered bandanna tied around its neck. The elephant is light blue with royal blue fabric on the tail, feet and ears. A label on these toys reads, "Made in Thailand."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The wooden wheels and pegs attached to the toy could come off, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the toys away from young children immediately and return them to the stores where purchased, for a refund or exchange for another soft toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Manhattan Group
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 00063a
- Units
- About 3,400
- Manufactured in
- Thailand
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty stores and gift shops nationwide sold these toys, from July 1999 through December 1999, for about $20.
- Distributor
- Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Pull toys: Enchanted Garden Inchworm (item number EG150); Merry Meadows Cow (item number FS150); and Sunny Safari Blue Elephant (item number SS150)
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Recall contact information
For more information about this recall, consumers should contact Manhattan Group at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
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