CPSC recall 14-003, announced October 23, 2013, covers Building Toy Playsets (about 7,134 units). The plastic hats found on playset figures pose a choking/aspiration hazard for children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately remove the plastic hat from Safari Sam and Mighty Mike and contact Infinitoy Inc., to exchange the hat for a free replacement figure. Recall contact: call (888) 558-0933, or go to www.infinitoy.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 model number can be found on the back of the box in the lower right corner.
Which products are included?
Infinitoy Inc. is recalling the Super Safari Set model #30025 and the Deluxe Circus Train Set model #30040. The model number can be found on the back of the box in the lower right corner. The sets come in a white box with "Softimals. Build, Play, Repeat" and "Ages 1 ½ to 5" printed in a colorful font on the front and back of the package. The sets have numerous plastic pieces that can be connected and fit together to build a vehicle pulling cars with a hippo, giraffe, zebra and other animals. The drivers of the lead vehicles, Safari Sam and Mighty Mike, have removable blue or yellow plastic hats.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic hats found on playset figures pose a choking/aspiration hazard for children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC is aware of one incident in which an 18-month-old child placed a hat in their mouth and started to gag/choke but the toy was removed. No injuries have been reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the plastic hat from Safari Sam and Mighty Mike and contact Infinitoy Inc., to exchange the hat for a free replacement figure.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Infinitoy, Inc., San Mateo, Calif.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 14-003
- Units
- About 7,134 units
- Manufactured in
- Italy
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty toy stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Mindware.com from September 2012 to September 2013 for about $25 and $40.
- Importer
- Infinitoy, Inc., San Mateo, Calif.
Building Toy Playsets
CPSC product type: Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets
Recall contact information
Infinitoy, Inc. toll-free at (888) 558-0933 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.infinitoy.com , then click on Safety/Recall at the bottom of the page for more information.
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