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Archived - Toy Pirate Swords
- Starting date:
- October 1, 2007
- Posting date:
- October 1, 2007
- Type of communication:
- Consumer Product Recall
- Subcategory:
- Childrens' Products, Toys
- Source of recall:
- Health Canada
- Issue:
- Product Safety
- Audience:
- General Public
- Identification number:
- RA-500001584
Affected products
Toy Pirate Swords
Product description
This recall involves a toy pirate sword with SKU number 140025491-GYS049. The SKU number is printed on the price tag above the bar code. The sword is made of plastic, and has a gold-colored handle and a gray plastic blade. The sword is about 19 inches long.
For the full US CPSC release and picture:
The Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard
Hazard identified
The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Gymboree has received 11 reports of the sword breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Number sold
Unknown at this time
Time period sold
Sold at Gymboree stores nationwide and its Web site from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $12 and $15 U.S.
Place of origin
Manufactured in China.
Companies
- Retailer
- Gymboree Corp.
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What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. Consumers also can contact Gymboree to receive instructions on returning the swords via mail.
For further information, contact Gymboree toll-free at (877) 449-6932 between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at Gymboree Company.