CPSC recall 05-222, announced July 8, 2005, covers Pokémon Plush Toys (about 9,200 units). The stuffing of the toy may contain tips of sewing needles, which could pose a puncture hazard. The notice reports no incidents. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact Pokémon USA to receive a free replacement toy. Recall contact: call (949) 955-1030.
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.
They have a sewn-in label that reads: "Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK" on one side and "2005 MADE IN CHINA" on the other.
Which products are included?
The recall involves 10 "Pokédoll" plush toy characters including Pikachu, Minun, Plusle, Skitty, Evee, Munchlax, Mew, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. Pikachu comes in a 12-inch and a 6-inch tall version. All of the other characters are approximately 6 inches tall. They have a sewn-in label that reads: "Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK" on one side and "2005 MADE IN CHINA" on the other.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The stuffing of the toy may contain tips of sewing needles, which could pose a puncture hazard.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact Pokémon USA to receive a free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Pokémon
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 05-222
- Units
- About 9,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Nintendo World, 10 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City, and on the firm's Web site from April 2005 through June 2005 for between $8 and $20. The PokéDoll plush toys were also given away as promotions by Nintendo of America Inc. at the E3 Conference in Los Angeles in May 2005.
- Importer
- Pokémon USA Inc. of New York, N.Y.
Pokémon Plush Toys
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact the firm at (949) 955-1030.
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