CPSC recall 03-128, announced May 22, 2003, covers The Step2 Toy Drumsticks (800 units). The tip of the drumstick can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Contact Step2 to receive a replacement set of drumsticks. Recall contact: call (800) 347-8372, or go to www.step2.com.
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.
Check the product label for these CPSC-listed model numbers: 7135B2, 7135KR.
Which products are included?
The drumsticks were sold with the Step2 Toddle Tunes Big Band Drum set, models 7135B2 and 7135KR. The drum sets are blue and yellow with music decals attached to the front. The word "Step2" is imprinted across the front of the drum set. The yellow and blue drumsticks are about 9 inches long.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The tip of the drumstick can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Step2 are aware of one incident, where a child reportedly began to choke on the top of the drumstick. The child's parent performed the Heimlech maneuver to remove the small part.
Official remedy
Contact Step2 to receive a replacement set of drumsticks.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Step2
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 03-128
- Units
- 800
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Toy stores and online retailers sold the drum sets nationwide, from February 2002 through April 2003, for about $30.
- Distributor
- The Step2 Company, of Streetsboro, Ohio
Toy Drumsticks
CPSC product type: Toy Musical Instruments
Recall contact information
The Step2 Company at (800) 347-8372 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.step2.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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