CPSC recall 01-191, announced July 10, 2001, covers DSI Toys Kitty Kitty Kittens stuffed toy kittens (about 238,000 units). These toys contain contaminated water that, if contacted, could cause illness to children. Parents and caregivers should take these kitten toys away from children immediately, and discard or destroy them. Recall contact: call 800-638-2772 or 301-595-7054.
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.
Which products are included?
The Kitty Kitty Kittens are about 12 inches long. The kitten toys make a purring noise when they are petted on the head. They come in six styles: Buttons, Tiger, Calico, Mittens, Tawny and Fluffy. The kitten's name and item number, "16400," are printed on a hangtag attached to its ear. A tag attached to the toy reads, "DSI TOYS, INC." and "MADE IN CHINA." The water in the kitten toy is intended to make it feel more lifelike.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
These toys contain contaminated water that, if contacted, could cause illness to children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and DSI Toys had not received any reports of illness resulting from contacting contaminated water from these toys. This voluntary recall was conducted as a precaution.
Official remedy
Parents and caregivers should take these kitten toys away from children immediately, and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business, so a replacement toy is no longer available.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- DSI Toys
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01-191
- Units
- About 238,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount, specialty, and toy stores nationwide sold the kitten toys from September 2000 through May 2001 for between $10 and $13.
- Importer
- DSI Toys, Inc., of Houston, Texas
Kitty Kitty Kittens stuffed toy kittens
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Recall contact information
The firm is out of business. Consumers should call the CPSC hotline at 800-638-2772 (TTY 301-595-7054).
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