CPSC recall 01-170, announced June 13, 2001, covers BRIO Baking Sets (6,450 units). The sets include a hand mixer with a knob that can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the hand mixer away from children immediately and call BRIO for a refund or replacement item. Recall contact: call (888) 274-6869, or go to www.briotoy.com.
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.
Inside of the tote, a label reads, "PARENTS: ENSURE THE ITEMS ARE WASHED THOROUGHLY BEFORE USE." The recalled baking sets have a model number of either 31798 or 31795.
Which products are included?
The yellow, blue and red hand mixers are 5.5 inches long, and are sold along with toy utensils, rolling pin, mixing bowl, and baking molds. The BRIO Small Baking Set and BRIO Baking Set are labeled for children ages 2 years and older and are packaged in a clear plastic tote. Inside of the tote, a label reads, "PARENTS: ENSURE THE ITEMS ARE WASHED THOROUGHLY BEFORE USE." The recalled baking sets have a model number of either 31798 or 31795.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sets include a hand mixer with a knob that can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and BRIO have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the hand mixer away from children immediately and call BRIO for a refund or replacement item. Consumers also can send the mixer to BRIO Corp., SAFETY RECALL, N120 W18485 Freistadt Road, Germantown, WI 53022, for a refund or replacement.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- BRIO
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01-170
- Units
- 6,450
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty stores, Internet retailers, and mail order catalogs sold the toys nationwide, from March 1999 through April 2001, for $15 to $25.
- Importer
- BRIO® Corp., of Germantown, Wis., a subsidiary of BRIO AB of Sweden
BRIO Baking Sets
CPSC product type: Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers may call BRIO toll-free at (888) 274-6869 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can also log on to the company website, at www.briotoy.com
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