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Consumer product recall

Archived - Sesame Street Poppin Pals toy

Starting date:
December 1, 2000
Posting date:
December 1, 2000
Type of communication:
Consumer Product Recall
Subcategory:
Childrens' Products, Toys
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Identification number:
RA-500001515

Affected products

Sesame Street Poppin Pals toy

Product description

Product #5446 for kids. The model number and "Made in China C-023b" are imprinted on the bottom of the toy.

Hazard identified

There is a possibility that the toy breaks and liberates small springs located inside of the toy representing a choking and laceration hazard to young children.

Number sold

Approximately 6,822 units sold in Canada.

Time period sold

February 1995 to December 2000.

Place of origin

Made in China

Companies

Manufacturer

Playskool USA


What you should do

Consumers may contact Playskool at 877-518-9743 or visit the firm's Web site at Hasbro Company to get information about how to receive a free, redesigned replacement toy.