Kids Preferred Recalls Disney Baby "My First" Vinyl Figurines due to Choking Hazard
Summary
Immediately stop using the recalled products and contact Kids Preferred for instructions on how to return the product for a refund.
Affected products
This recall involves soft vinyl figurines of certain Disney characters. The figurines measure approximately 10 to 14 cm (4.25 to 5.25 inches) high. Two models of the figurines have a bead rattle. The model number and UPC code are located on the back of the product packaging.
| Description | Model | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| Mickey Mouse Vinyl Figurine | 81270 | 081787812703 |
| Minnie Mouse Vinyl Figurine | 81271 | 081787812710 |
| Buzz Lightyear Vinyl Figurine | 81269 | 081787812697 |
| Stitch Vinyl Figurine | 81274 | 081787812741 |
| Mickey Mouse Vinyl Figurine with Bead Rattle | 81253 | 081787812536 |
| Minnie Mouse Vinyl Figurine with Bead Rattle | 81254 | 081787812543 |
Issue
The arms or legs on the figurines can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
As of February 14, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada. In the United States, the company has received 10 reports of the figurines arms or legs falling off, and no reports of injuries.
What you should do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled figurines, take them away from children, and contact Kids Preferred for instructions on how to return the product for a refund.
For more information, consumers can contact Kids Preferred by telephone at 1-888-968-9286, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST, Monday through Friday, by email at recall@kidspreferred.com or visit the company website.
Joint recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Kids Preferred.
Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.
Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.
This recall is also posted on the OECD Global Portal on Product Recalls website. You can visit this site for more information on other international consumer product recalls.
Additional information
Background
Number Sold
The company reported that approximately 604 units of the affected product were sold in Canada, and approximately 1,698 units were sold in the United States.
Time Period Sold
The affected products were sold from May 2022 to December 2022.
Place of Origin
Manufactured in China
Details
Distributor
Kids Preferred
East Windsor, New Jersey
USA
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