CPSC recall 09-318, announced August 20, 2009, covers Shanghai Oriland Toys Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets (about 420,000 units). Sewing needles have been found in the stuffing of the Hungry Figures, posing a puncture hazard to consumers. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets and return them to Weight Watchers to receive a full refund or a credit towards the purchase of another product. Recall contact: call (866) 288-3891, or go to www.weightwatchers.com.
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Which products are included?
The Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets have orange plush exteriors. The Hungry Figure is about 6 inches long and the Hungry Magnet is about 4 inches long.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
Sewing needles have been found in the stuffing of the Hungry Figures, posing a puncture hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
Weight Watchers has received two reports from company employees of a sewing needle being found in two Hungry Figures. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets and return them to Weight Watchers to receive a full refund or a credit towards the purchase of another product.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Shanghai Oriland Toys
- Manufacturer
- Shanghai Oriland Toys Co. Ltd, of China
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 09-318
- Units
- About 420,000 in the United States and 25,000 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Weight Watchers between April 2009 and July 2009 for between $4 and $7.
- Distributor
- Weight Watchers Intl., of New York, N.Y.
Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets
CPSC product type: Toy Figures
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Weight Watchers toll-free at (866) 288-3891 between 8:30 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.weightwatchers.com
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