CPSC recall 06-199, announced June 29, 2006, covers Sino Trading Group Toy Guitars (about 500 units). The toy guitar can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop using the toy and return it to the vendor where purchased for a full refund. Recall contact: call (713) 789-9996, or email alisaxia8@yahoo.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.
A label on the front of the guitar reads, "GUITAR SERIES JC856." "MADE IN CHINA" is embossed on the front of the battery cover on the back of the guitar.
Which products are included?
The recalled plastic toy guitar has a white face and red back with a green shoulder strap. There are multi-colored animal-face buttons on the front of the guitar including a chicken, a duck, a dog, a pig and a lamb. A label on the front of the guitar reads, "GUITAR SERIES JC856." "MADE IN CHINA" is embossed on the front of the battery cover on the back of the guitar. Packaging on the box reads in part, "Jie Cheng" and "NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toy guitar can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the toy and return it to the vendor where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Sino Trading Group
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 06-199
- Units
- About 500
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Flea markets nationwide throughout January 2006 for about $1.50.
- Importer
- Sino Trading Group, LLC, of Houston, Texas
Toy Guitars
CPSC product type: Toy Musical Instruments
Recall contact information
Consumers should call Sino Trading collect at (713) 789-9996 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday or e-mail the firm at alisaxia8@yahoo.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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