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Archived - The Scooter Bug Under 3 Happy Meal Toy
- Starting date:
- March 1, 2001
- Posting date:
- March 1, 2001
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Childrens' Products
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Identification number:
- RA-500001511
Affected products
The Scooter Bug Under 3 Happy Meal Toy
Product description
The toy is about 3 inches long and 2½ inches wide. When rolled across the floor, the bug's legs move back and forth. The bug has a yellow face with red antennas, orange feet and a purple body with green spots. The words "Fisher Price" are on the top of the toy. The words "Mfg. for McD Corp. China/Chine" are on the rear of the toy.
Hazard identified
The bug's antenna can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Number sold
Approximately 8,275 were distributed in Canada.
Time period sold
November 2000 through February 2001.
Companies
- Manufacturer
- Fisher-Price Canada of Mississauga, Ontario
- Retailer
- McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited of Toronto, Ontario
What you should do
Parents should take the toy away from children immediately and return the toy to any McDonald's restaurant for a replacement toy. For more information, Canadian consumers can contact McDonald's head office at 416-443-1000, their local McDonald's restaurant, or visit McDonald's Web site at: McDonald's Company.