CPSC recall 02-103, announced February 20, 2002, covers Random House Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book (about 39,000 units). The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9. Recall contact: call (800) 493-0009, or go to www.randomhouse.com.
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Which products are included?
The board books are constructed of heavy cardboard with Monsters Inc. cartoon characters on each page. The title "MONSTERS IN THE CLOSET" is printed with orange letters highlighted in yellow on the front cover of the books. The books have a hole at the top of the back cover, to allow them to hang on a door knob. The books have been printed in English and Spanish languages. "Made in China" is printed on the back of the book.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Random House have not received any reports of injuries involving this book. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Official remedy
Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Random House
- Manufacturer
- Random House Inc., of New York, N.Y.
- Recall number
- 02-103
- Units
- About 39,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Book, specialty stores and online retailers sold these books nationwide, from October 2001 through January 2002, for about $8.
Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book
CPSC product type: Books & Accessories
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Random House at (800) 493-0009 \ between 9 a.m and 5 p.m.ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.randomhouse.com
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