CPSC recall 09-048, announced November 19, 2008, covers Target Dive Sticks (about 365,000 units). The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an impalement hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should take the recalled dive sticks away from young children immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 440-0680, or go to www.target.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.
The tag accompanying the dive sticks contains: "Dive Toys" or "Diving Game" and has a white small parts warning label in the upper right hand corner.
Which products are included?
The recalled dive sticks were sold in a bundle of three in multiple colors: light blue, aqua green, fluorescent yellow, royal blue, and red. The tag accompanying the dive sticks contains: "Dive Toys" or "Diving Game" and has a white small parts warning label in the upper right hand corner. The words "Made in China" are printed in the lower right hand corner.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an impalement hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should take the recalled dive sticks away from young children immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Target
- Recall number
- 09-048
- Units
- About 365,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Target stores nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $1.
- Importer
- Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Dive Sticks
CPSC product type: Swimming Pool Items
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com
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