CPSC recall 01-221, announced August 20, 2001, covers STK International Children's toys: "2 PC Tambourine Set", "Bathtime Water Wheel", "Funny Loco Wind-Up", and "Pull Back Duck in Boat" (about 110,000 units). The toys can break, causing small balls to be released, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the toys away from children immediately, and return them to STK International, for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 536-7855.
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.
On each side of the tambourine is a sticker with a female cartoon character and the number 985.
Which products are included?
The following information will help consumers identify the recalled children's toys: "2 PC Tambourine Set": Two tambourines consisting of a colorful plastic ring with three balls attached. Inside of the balls are beads that create a rattle sound when shaken. On each side of the tambourine is a sticker with a female cartoon character and the number 985. "Bathtime Water Wheel": A multi-colored plastic toy with a suction cup base and six small cups attached to a water wheel. "Made in China NO:368" is printed on the back of the water wheel. Funny Loco Wind-Up": A multi-colored train with a pig character on a sticker placed on both sides of the toy. "Made in China NO:883" is printed on the back of the train. "Pull Back Duck in Boat": A plastic blue and white boat with colored stickers on the side, a transparent red windshield, and white duck mounted on top of the boat. The toy also comes with a miniature fishing pole and a plastic lobster. A yellow sticker on the boat reads, "My Baby Products" and "PULLBACK DUCKS IN BOAT, MADE IN CHINA."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toys can break, causing small balls to be released, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
STK International and CPSC have not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the toys away from children immediately, and return them to STK International, for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- STK International
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01-221
- Units
- About 110,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Dollar stores nationwide sold these toys, from September 1999 through May 2001, for about $1.
- Importer
- STK International, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Children's toys: "2 PC Tambourine Set", "Bathtime Water Wheel", "Funny Loco Wind-Up", and "Pull Back Duck in Boat"
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
Consumers should call STK International toll-free at (800) 536-7855 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday for information about where to send the toys.
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