CPSC recall 01033a, announced November 16, 2000, covers Prestige Toy Curious George musical pull toys (about 4,600 units). The toy has two elastic cords that form a loop, posing a strangulation risk to young children. Consumers should stop using this toy immediately and return it to Kmart, for a replacement toy. Recall contact: call (866) 666-8266.
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 toy is a stuffed fabric toy with Curious George holding two red and yellow balloons, attached by two retractable green fabric covered elastic cords. It can hang from cribs, playpens, or other juvenile furniture. A red tag on the toy reads in part "STYLE # 3490, Curious George Adventures, and Made In China." When the cords are pulled, the toy plays music as the cords retract.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toy has two elastic cords that form a loop, posing a strangulation risk to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Prestige Toy Corp. has received a report of a child found with the cords of the toy wrapped around his neck. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using this toy immediately and return it to Kmart, for a replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Prestige Toy
- Manufacturer
- Prestige Toy Corp., of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01033a
- Units
- About 4,600
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Kmart stores nationwide sold these toys, from June 1999 through September 1999, for about $10.
Curious George musical pull toys
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Prestige Toy Corp at (866) 666-8266 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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