CPSC recall 04-195, announced August 6, 2004, covers Pokémon plush dolls, beanbags, and key chains (7,845 units). Tips of sewing needles have been found in the stuffing, posing a puncture hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact TOMY Company for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy. Recall contact: call (800) 691-8055, or go to www.tommy.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.
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.
All recalled toys have a sewn-in label reading "TOMY." There also is a production code on the toy's label that begins with a letter and is followed by two numbers.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 13 plush Pokémon characters. All recalled toys have a sewn-in label reading "TOMY." There also is a production code on the toy's label that begins with a letter and is followed by two numbers. The following production codes are included in the recall: A04, B04, C04, D03, D04, E03, E04, F03, F04, G03, G04, H03, I03, J03, K03, and L03. Any production code containing an "S" is not part of this recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Tips of sewing needles have been found in the stuffing, posing a puncture hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact TOMY Company for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pokémon Center NY
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 04-195
- Units
- 7,845
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Pokémon Center NY, 10 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City and on the firm's Web site at www.pokemoncenter.com nationwide, from January 2004 through August 2004, for between $4.99 and $34.95. A limited number were given away as a promotional item.
- Distributor
- Pokémon Center NY, of New York, N.Y.
Pokémon plush dolls, beanbags, and key chains
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Recall contact information
Call TOMY Company at (800) 691-8055 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.tommy.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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