CPSC recall 02-243, announced September 4, 2002, covers XL Machine Playskool Toy Chests (about 3,300 units). Screws in the chests' lid support hinges can loosen over time, and come out from the base of the toy chests. The notice cites 1 incident report and 1 injury. Consumers should take these toy chests away from young children immediately and return them to the Target store where it was purchased for a refund or store credit. Recall contact: call (866) 746-8097, or go to www.target.com.
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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?
These blue toy chests measure 18.5-inches by 12-inches by 12- inches, and were sold under the Playskool brand name. On the toy chest lid top are depictions of "Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head" characters and the "PLAYSKOOL" logo. The front panel has a "Glow Worm" figure and a dog. The bottom of the toy chests contains "DISTRIBUTED BY: XL MACHINE LTD, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55347." The chests were made in China.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Screws in the chests' lid support hinges can loosen over time, and come out from the base of the toy chests. If this happens, the lids of the toy chests can collapse suddenly, possibly causing injuries to children's head, neck, fingers or hands.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and XL have received one report of screws in the lid support hinge of a toy chest coming out, resulting in one injury, a bruise to the neck.
Official remedy
Consumers should take these toy chests away from young children immediately and return them to the Target store where it was purchased for a refund or store credit.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- XL Machine
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 02-243
- Units
- About 3,300
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores sold the toy chest nationwide, from October 2001 through December 2001, for about $50.
- Distributor
- XL Machine Ltd., of Eden Prairie, Minn.
Playskool Toy Chests
CPSC product type: Toy Chests/Trunks
Recall contact information
For more information, contact XL Machine toll-free at (866) 746-8097 anytime, or go to Target's web site at www.target.com
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