CPSC recall 17-155, announced May 17, 2017, covers Douglas Plush toys (about 25,000 units). The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toys away from young children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement product or a full refund. Recall contact: call 800-276-4029, or go to www.douglastoys.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.
Each of these toys has a sewn-in label with the words "DOUGLAS® the cuddle toy."
Which products are included?
This recall involves the Oliver™ the Bear, Chewie™ the English Bulldog, and Charlotte™ the Fox model plush toys. Oliver the Bear is a brown and tan stuffed bear, with a blue t-shirt that reads "Oliver the Bear" and a red, removable cape. Chewie is a stuffed, brown and white English Bulldog with a blue patch sewn on the chest that reads "Chewie." Charlotte is a stuffed, brown, black and white Fox with removable blue cape. Each of these toys has a sewn-in label with the words "DOUGLAS® the cuddle toy."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard.
Incidents and injuries
Douglas has received two reports of the plastic eyes detaching or loosening. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toys away from young children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Douglas
- Manufacturer
- Douglas Company Inc., of Keene, N.H.
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 17-155
- Units
- About 25,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty toy and gift stores nationwide from July 2014 to April 2017 for about $20. Also distributed by UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) to various individuals and organizations.
- Importer
- Douglas Company Inc., of Keene, N.H.
Recall contact information
Douglas at 800-276-4029 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.douglastoys.com and click on Product Recall for more information.
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