CPSC recall 04-528, announced December 29, 2003, covers Jack-In-the-Box toys (56,000 units). A spring mechanism attached to the lid can break and detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Call Avon for information on how to receive instructions to remove the spring mechanism.
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.
Affected model numbers
Model number F483361 is printed on the bottom of the packaging.
Which products are included?
The Jack-In-the-Box toy is battery-operated, and has two yellow sides, two red sides, and a blue top and bottom. "THE LEARNING JOURNEY" is printed on the bottom of the toy. Model number F483361 is printed on the bottom of the packaging.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A spring mechanism attached to the lid can break and detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Avon has received one report of the spring mechanism detaching from the toy. No injuries were reported.
Official remedy
Call Avon for information on how to receive instructions to remove the spring mechanism. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- The Learning Journey International
- Manufacturer
- The Learning Journey International, L.L.C., of Phoenix, Ariz.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 04-528
- Units
- 56,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent Avon sales representatives and the Avon Web site, from August 2003 through November 2003, for about $13.
Jack-In-the-Box toys
CPSC product type: Toy Miscellaneous
Recall contact information
Call Avon toll-free at (800) 445-AVON between 8 a.m. and 6 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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