CPSC recall 01109b, announced March 19, 2001, covers Meijer Light and Glitter Wands (about 5,000 units). The batteries can short-circuit, causing the wands' handles to become very hot and melt the plastic, posing a risk of burn injuries to children. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should take these wands away from children immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund. Recall contact: call (800) 543-3704 or (616) 453-6711.
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 plastic label on the side of the wand reads, "AA x2."
Which products are included?
The "All That Glitters" light and glitter wand is about 9 inches long, and has a gold-colored handle with a clear plastic ball on top filled with a pink liquid and glitter. Pushing on the bottom of the wand illuminates the ball. The wand operates with two AA-batteries. A plastic label on the side of the wand reads, "AA x2."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The batteries can short-circuit, causing the wands' handles to become very hot and melt the plastic, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.
Incidents and injuries
Meijer has received two reports of the wands short-circuiting, causing the wands to become hot to the touch and the plastic to melt. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these wands away from children immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Meijer
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 01109b
- Units
- About 5,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Meijer stores in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio sold these wands, from January 2000 through January 2001, for between $2 and $4.
- Distributor
- Meijer Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Light and Glitter Wands
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
For more information, contact Meijer Inc. at (800) 543-3704 anytime from the Midwest. From outside the Midwest, call collect at (616) 453-6711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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