CPSC recall 03-110, announced April 17, 2003, covers Battat Toy Drumsticks (sold with the Parents Bee Bop Band drum sets) (about 30,000 units). The end piece of the drumstick handle can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 240 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take these drumsticks away from young children and contact Battat for a replacement set of drumsticks. Recall contact: call (800) 247-6144.
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.
Drum sets sold with a sticker that reads, "NEW 2003" is not subject to the recall.
Which products are included?
The centipede-shaped drumsticks were sold with the Parents Bee Bop Band drum set. They're about 10 inches long and were sold in either lime green or blue with black stripes. Model numbers involved in this recall are PM9137T2 and PM91372. The model numbers can be found above the UPC code on the packaging. Drum sets sold with a sticker that reads, "NEW 2003" is not subject to the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The end piece of the drumstick handle can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Additionally, the screw at the end of the drumstick can loosen and detach, posing a choking hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Battat and CPSC have received about 240 reports of drumsticks breaking and children mouthing the small pieces, including one report of a child who began to choke.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take these drumsticks away from young children and contact Battat for a replacement set of drumsticks.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Battat
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 03-110
- Units
- About 30,000
- Sold at / sales period
- Target, Sam's Club and smaller retailers sold the Parents Bee Bop Band drum sets nationwide, from November 2001 through March 2003, for about $25.
- Importer
- Battat Incorporated, of Plattsburgh, NY
Toy Drumsticks (sold with the Parents Bee Bop Band drum sets)
CPSC product type: Toy Musical Instruments
Recall contact information
For more information, consumers should contact Battat toll-free at (800) 247-6144 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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