CPSC recall 08-230, announced March 25, 2008, covers Plan Toy Penguin Figures (about 3,000 units). The head of the penguin toy can detach, exposing connectors with sharp points, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately take the penguin toys away from children and return them to the store where purchased to receive a refund. Recall contact: call (866) 517-7526, or go to www.plantoys.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.
UPC or product codes
084543521109Which products are included?
The wood penguin-shaped toy has a black head with rubber fins, a yellow nose and a white body with red on the base. The toy is round-shaped and creates a soft bell jingle when spun. The toy measures about 3 ¾ inches in height and about 3 inches in diameter. "PLAN TOYS" and UPC number 084543521109 or EAN number 8854740052117 are printed on the outside of the packaging of the toy.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The head of the penguin toy can detach, exposing connectors with sharp points, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Plan Toys has received one report of the head of a penguin toy detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the penguin toys away from children and return them to the store where purchased to receive a refund. Consumers also can contact Plan Toys to receive instructions on returning the penguin toys via mail for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Plan Toy
- Manufacturer
- Plan Toy Inc., of Mountain View, Calif.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 08-230
- Units
- About 3,000
- Manufactured in
- Thailand
- Sold at / sales period
- Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2008 through March 2008. The camouflage egg sold for about $2.50 and the Spinning Top sold for about $2.
Toy Penguin Figures
CPSC product type: Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Plan Toys toll-free at (866) 517-7526 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.plantoys.com
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