CPSC recall 07-271, announced August 14, 2007, covers Mattel Barbie and Tanner™ play sets (about 683,000 units). A small magnet inside the "scooper" accessory can come loose. The notice cites 3 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a free replacement toy. Recall contact: call (888) 597-6597, or go to www.service.mattel.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: J9472, J9560.
Which products are included?
The recall involves Barbie and Tanner™ play sets -- model numbers J9472 and J9560. The toys include a "scooper" accessory with a magnetic end. Recalled scoopers have a visible, silver-colored, disc-shaped magnet on the end of the scooper. Scoopers with a white material covering the magnet and products manufactured after January 31, 2007 are not recalled.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
A small magnet inside the "scooper" accessory can come loose. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received three reports of magnets coming loose. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mattel
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 07-271
- Units
- About 683,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Toy stores and various other retailers nationwide May 2006 to August 2007 for about $16.
- Importer
- Mattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.
Barbie and Tanner™ play sets
CPSC product type: Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com
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