2004 Product Recall Archive

Product Recalls from the
Consumer Product Safety Commission

2004 Archive

12/28/04 CPSC, AA Importer Inc. announce recall of Push and Electronic Toys (Push Along Frog, Animal Organ and Rock & Roll Kids Guitar). The toys can easily be broken apart, exposing small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children. Consumers should call the firm to get information on returning the toys to the importer for a refund and postage reimbursement. Call AA Importer, Inc. toll-free at 866-879-4667 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

12/17/04 CPSC, Raymond Geddes Co. announce recall of children's (metallic) necklaces. The necklaces contain high levels of lead. CPSC regulations ban children's products from containing high levels of lead due to risk of lead poisoning resulting from contact with these products. The necklaces also contain a sharp point, posing a laceration hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take these necklaces away from young children and contact the company to receive a refund. Call Raymond Geddes toll-free at 888-431-1722 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also contact the company via e-mail at consumeraffairs@raymondgeddes.com.

12/16/04 CPSC, Swing-N-Slide(r) Corp. announce recall of extra duty and heavy-duty swing seats. A manufacturing defect can cause the metal grommet securing the seat to break. If this happens, the user can fall to the ground. Consumers should take down the extra-duty and heavy-duty seats and contact Swing-N-Slide(r) for information on how to return the swing for a replacement. The company will send consumers a postage-paid package to return the product. Consumers should contact Swing-N-Slide(r) toll-free at 800-888-1232 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers may also write to Extra/Heavy-Duty Swing Seat Recall, Swing-N-Slide(r), 1212 Barberry Dr., Janesville, Wis. 53545.

12/9/04 CPSC, Norton McNaughton of Squire, Inc. announce recall of girls' hooded sweaters with drawstrings.The hooded sweaters have drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In Feb. 1996, the CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings of upper garments such as jackets and sweatshirts. These garments were identified by the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the hooded drawstring sweater to the store where purchased for a full refund.

11/26/04 CPSC, Meijer Distribution Inc. announce recall of children's snow suits, jackets. These snow suits and jackets have decorative compasses and corded zipper pull tags that can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers can cut off the compasses and corded zipper pull tags from the zipper pulls, or return the recalled snow suits and jackets to Meijer retailers for a refund.

11/18/04 CPSC, J.C. Penny Corp. Inc. announce recall of Children's Pajama sets, Okie Dokie Alligator Football Pajama set. The heat-sealed patches on the front of the garment can detach, posing a possible choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately stop using the pajama sets and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information contact the J.C. Penny Customer Service Department toll-free at 888-333-6063 anytime or visit them online at www.jcpenny.com.

11/22/04

CPSC Chairman Warns Holiday Gift Shoppers of Hazardous Recalled Toys CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming or Kim Dulic(301) 504-7063 or (301) 504-7058

Checklist of Recalled Toys and Children's Products

Bumble Bee Toys (398,000) distributed by Graco Children's Products. Graco received 26 reports of the antennae breaking off the bumble bee toys, including five reports of children who started to choke on the broken antennae. One child's throat was scratched when the child's mother removed the broken antenna from the child's mouth. Call Graco at (800) 258-3213 to receive a free replacement toy.

Nerf® Big Play Football (294,000) distributed by Hasbro. The football contains a hard plastic interior frame that can pose a risk of facial cuts if a child is hit during play. There have been nine reports of facial injuries, including eight requiring stitches or medical attention. Call Hasbro at (866) 637-3244 or visit the firm's Web site at www.nerf.com to receive a replacement NERF product of equal value.

Carter's Children's Mirror Books (225,000) distributed by Kids II Inc. The mirror in the books can crack or break, posing a laceration hazard to young children. Kids II has received 26 reports of the mirror cracking or breaking, including four reports of cuts and one report of a pinched finger. Call Kids II at (877) 325-7056 or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidsii.com for instructions on returning the mirror for a refund.

Radio-Control Toy Trucks (287,000) distributed by Nikko America Inc. A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard. No injuries have been reported. Call Nikko America at (866) 232-6013 for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.

Ride-On Toys (70,000) distributed by Tek Nek Toys International. The screw and nut assembly attaching the steering wheel can come loose, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Tek Nek Toys has received six reports of the screw and nut coming loose, including the death of an 18-month-old boy who aspirated a screw. Call Tek Nek Toys at (888) 661-0222 to receive free replacement parts.

BATMAN(tm) BATMOBILE(tm) Toy Vehicle (314,000) distributed by Mattel Inc. The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children. Mattel has received 14 reports of injuries consisting of scrapes, scratches, lacerations and punctures. Four of the injuries required medical treatment. Call Mattel at (888) 271-9891 to determine if the toy is among the recalled models and to order the free replacement wings if needed.

Children's Athletic Shoes (441,000) distributed by Payless ShoeSource Inc. The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Payless ShoeSource has received one report of a child starting to choke on a detached eyelet from one of these shoes. No injuries have been reported. Call Payless at (800) 654-697 or visit the firm's Web site at www.payless.com for information on returning these shoes to a Payless ShoeSource store for a cash refund or exchange.

"Rock 'N Roller" Baby Strollers (300,000) distributed by Dorel Juvenile Group USA. If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame during use and the infant occupant can be injured in a fall. There have been 77 reports of problems related to the stroller seats. Injuries included one child who fell and had a slight concussion and another child who cut his forehead and required stitches. Additionally, there were 46 reports of bumps and bruises. Call Dorel Juvenile Group at (800) 711-0402 to determine how to inspect the stroller for possible replacement.

Metal Toy Jewelry Sold in Vending Machines (150 million pieces) by four toy jewelry importers (AA Global Industries Inc., Brand Imports, Cardinal Distributing Co. and L.M. Becker & Co. Inc.). Some of the toy jewelry contains dangerous levels of lead. CPSC has received one report of lead poisoning when a child swallowed a piece of toy jewelry containing lead that was previously recalled. No reports of injuries or illnesses have been received from products by these companies listed above. Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry.

Toddler's Athletic Shoes (140,000) distributed by Reebok International. The I-3 logo-tag on the tongue of the shoe can be peeled off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Reebok has received a report of an 8-month-old child mouthing the logo-tag. The tag was removed without injury. Call Reebok at (800) 843-4444 or visit the firm's Web site at www.reebok.com to receive a refund.

The following safety tips will help consumers choose appropriate toys:

Select toys to suit the age, abilities, skills and interest level of the intended child. Toys too advanced may pose safety hazards to younger children.

For infants, toddlers and all children who still mouth objects, avoid toys with small parts, which could pose a fatal choking hazard.

Look for sturdy construction, such as tightly-secured eyes, noses and other potential small parts.

For all children under 8, avoid toys that have sharp edges and points.

Do not purchase electric toys with heating elements for children under 8.

Be a label reader. Look for toy labels that give age and safety recommendations and use that information as a guide. *Check toy instructions for clarity - for both you and, when appropriate, the child. *Immediately discard plastic wrappings on toys, which can cause suffocation, before they become deadly playthings.

11/18/04

CPSC, J.C. Penney Corporation Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Okie Dokie Alligator Football Pajama Sets. Hazard: The heat-sealed patches on the front of the garment can detach, posing a possible choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the pajama sets and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the J.C. Penney Customer Service Department toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.jcpenney.com.

11/05/04

CPSC, and Petit Bateau voluntarily announce recall of children's bathrobes. Hazard: These robes fail to meet the children's sleepwear flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury to children due to the possible ignition of the garment. Consumers should return the recalled bathrobes to Petit Bateau USA, Inc., 45 Essex Street, Suite 200, Millburn, N. J. 07041 to receive a full refund including postage and a special gift. Consumers can contact Petit Bateau at (888) 897-2872 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log onto the company's web site at www.petit-bateau.com for instructions on returning the bathrobes.

10/22/04

CPSC, and International Playthings, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of Early years® Spirolly Rattles. Hazard: The spiral section of the rattle can come apart, releasing small balls inside. This can pose a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from young children and contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.intplay.com/recall.

10/22/04

CPSC, and Tai Tung International voluntarily announce recall of Toy Ice Cream Car, Police Car and Washing Machine. Hazard: The multicolored beads inside the toys can become accessible to children, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Call Tai Tung at (800) 516-2988 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT or e-mail the company at sales@toystoreonline.com.

10/18/04

CPSC, and IKEA Home Furnishings voluntarily announce recall of Fargglad multicolor children's chair. Hazard: Choking hazard from red plastic feet that can detach from chair legs. Take the Fargglad multicolor children's chair away from young child immediately and return it to the "Returns and Exchanges" department at any IKEA U.S. store for a FULL REFUND. Call IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the IKEA web site at www.ikea-usa.com.

10/18/04

CPSC, and Sky High International voluntarily announce recall of Care Bears Lunch Kits sold at Kohl's Dept. stores. Hazard: The pull-up drinking spout can detach from the bottle, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers are advised to stop using the water bottles immediately and contact Sky High International for a refund of the water bottle. Call Sky High International at (800) 868-7870 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit Kohl's Web site at www.kohls.com.

9/29/04

CPSC, and PlayKids USA voluntarily announce recall of Baby Walkers. The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Hazard: Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs. Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and contact PlayKids to receive a full refund. Contact PlayKids USA, Inc. at (718) 332-3450 collect between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

9/24/04

CPSC, Natura Products Downey Inc. Announce Recall of "Jaloma Pacifiers". Hazard: The pacifiers are banned under federal law. They failed federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children. Description: The pacifiers, which measure three inches long and about 1¸ inches across the base, are pink, blue, green or white plastic with a yellow nipple. The pacifiers have a circular handle and the shield is labeled "Jaloma." The nipples are filled with a sugary substance. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the pacifiers away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Natura Products Downey collect at (323) 726-9098 between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

9/23/04

CPSC, Delta Enterprise Corp. Announce Recall to Repair "Director's Chairs for Children" Manufactured by Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y. Description: The product is a child's director-style chair, constructed of tubular metal with a canvas seat and back. The chairs feature popular characters such as "The Wiggles," "Dora the Explorer," "Spongebob Squarepants," and "Disney Princesses." The Model Numbers for these recalled units are TC83536WG, TC83531DO, TC83533PS and TC83532SB. The model number can be found on a label on the leg of the chair. Hazard: The chair can inadvertently be misassembled so that the fabric seat can come off the chair's frame and expose metal support rods. If fabric seat comes off the frame, there is a laceration and fall hazard to young children. Remedy: Consumers are advised to stop using the chair immediately and contact Delta Enterprise Corp., to receive a free repair kit consisting of new assembly instructions and four straps, which will prevent the fabric seat from coming off. Consumer Contact: Call Delta Enterprises toll-free at (877) 660-3777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at http://www.deltaenterprise.com/recall.html.

9/22/04

CPSC, Regal Lager Voluntarily Announce recall to repair "Baby Born" Infant Carriers. Hazard: The back support buckle can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby. Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Regal Lager for instructions on returning the carriers for repair. Contact Regal Lager Inc. at (877) 962-8400 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.regallager.com.

9/20/04

September is Baby Safety Month and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is asking parents and caregivers to check their home for items that may pose a choking hazard to young children. "Parents and caregivers should stay on the lookout for small parts breaking off of toys or young children getting their hands on items intended for older siblings," said CPSC Chairman Hal Stratton. "Marbles and balls are the most recognizable hazards; but everyday household items also pose choking dangers." Balloons, a leading cause of toy-related deaths, are often a favorite of young children. However, un-inflated balloons and fragments from popped balloons can choke and kill a small child.

Steps parents and caregivers can take to keep their children safe include:

Keep small objects like small toys and parts of toys, marbles, balloons, small balls and coins off the floor and out of reach of children.

Toys designed for older children should be kept out of the hands of little ones.

Follow labels that give age recommendations; these age recommendations are based on safety concerns.

Teach older children to help keep their toys away from younger siblings.

Check the eyes and noses of stuffed animals to ensure they are properly secured.

9/20/04

CPSC, Reebok International Announce Recall of Reebok "Iverson/Answer" Toddler's Athletic Shoes. Hazard: The I-3 logo-tag on the tongue of the shoe can be peeled off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take these shoes away from young children and contact Reebok to receive a refund. Consumer Contact: Call Reebok at (800) 843-4444 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.reebok.com .

9/9/04

CPSC, Hasbro Inc. Announce Recall of Super Soaker Monster Rockets. Hasbro has received four reports of the cap being unexpectedly projected off the rocket, resulting in three injuries, including a slight concussion and a cut requiring stitches. Additionally, Hasbro has received four reports of children being struck by the descending rocket, including three cuts that required stitches. Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value. Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact toll-free Hasbro Inc. at (866) 487-4737 anytime or log on to the company's Web site at www.supersoaker.com.

9/2/04

CPSC, and Regal Lager Inc. voluntarily announce recall to repair stroller attachments. Hazard: The Buggy Board's red connecting pins can break, causing the board to partially detach from the stroller or carriage, posing a fall hazard to the user. The manufacturer is providing free repair kits to consumers consisting orange replacement pins for these Buggy Boards. Consumers should call Regal Lager Inc. at (877) 242-5676 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's Web site at www.regallager.com.

9/2/04

CPSC, and Boston Billows Inc. voluntarily announce recall of nursing pillows. Hazard: If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund. Consumers can contact the Boston Billows Inc. at (877) 274-4606 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

9/2/04

CPSC, and Theraline Inc. voluntarily announce recall of maternity and nursing pillows. Hazard: If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund. Consumers can contact the Theraline Inc. at (866) 843-7254 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

8/19/04

CPSC, PTI Sports Inc. Announce Recall of Schwinn Toddler Bicycle Helmets Manufactured by PTI Sports Inc. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Hazard: The helmets do not comply with impact testing requirements in the Consumer Product Safety Act. Remedy: Return the recalled helmet to the store where purchased for a replacement or refund. Consumers also can send the helmet back to the manufacturer.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact PTI Sports at (800) 515-0074 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

8/19/04

CPSC, Meco Corp. Announce Recall of Red Chairs from Children's Furniture Sets Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Kid's Essentials Five-Piece Folding Furniture Set Manufactured by Meco Corp. Hazard: The red paint on the chair contains excessive lead levels, posing a lead poisoning hazard to young children.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using this red chair immediately and contact the firm for instructions on returning the red chair and receiving a free replacement chair.

Consumer Contact: Call Meco at (800) 251-7558 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Meco's Web site at www.meco.net

8/18/04

CPSC, NIKE Announce Recall of Children's Athletic Shoes, Nike(tm) Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoes. Hazard: The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Nike at (800) 344-6453 anytime or visit the Nike Web site at www.nikebiz.com.

8/13/04

CPSC, PJ Sleep Shop Announce Recall to Repair Bunk Beds. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of product: Wooden bunk beds: Twin/Twin #1000; Twin/Double #2000; and Loft Bunk #3000 manufactured by PJ Sleep Shop of Portland, Ore. Sold at: PJ Sleep Shop in Portland, Oregon, and Banner Furniture stores in Portland and Hillsboro, Oregon Hazard: These bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk end structure that violate the federal safety standard because they pose entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. The spaces exceed that allowed by the federal bunk bed safety standard, which is designed to protect children from entrapment and strangulation.

Remedy: Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the manufacturer to cover up the entrapment hazards. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home. Consumer Contact: To get a free repair kit, contact PJ Sleep Shop or Banner Furniture (depending upon which dealer sold the bunk bed). Although repair kits are not available on-line, consumers in Oregon and Washington state can call PJ Sleep Shop at (888) 232-5225 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

8/6/04

CPSC, TOMY Company Announce Recall of Pokémon Plush Toys, including Pokémon plush dolls, beanbags, and key chains. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Hazard: Tips of sewing needles have been found in the stuffing posing a puncture hazard. Remedy: Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact TOMY Company for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy. Consumer Contact: Call TOMY Company at (800) 691-8055 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

8/6/04

CPSC, Determined Productions Announce Recall of Plush Frog Stuffed Animal Sold at Kohl's Department Stores. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Hazard: The seams in the toy can tear open and expose small plastic pellets, posing a choking or aspiration hazard to young children who mouth the pellets. Consumers are advised to stop using the toy immediately and contact Determined Productions or stop at a local Kohl's Department Stores to receive a refund or store credit. Consumer Contact: Call Determined Productions toll-free at (877) 925-0660 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at Normamail@dpisf.com. Consumers also can visit either Kohl's Web site at www.kohls.com

7/21/04

Kmart Corporation Announce recall of Pool Pump Water Guns purchased at Kmart stores. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately. The cone-shaped nozzle can unexpectedly come off the water gun and be propelled causing injury. Consumers should stop using the water guns and return them to a Kmart store for a full refund. Consumer Contact: Call Kmart at (866) KMART4U anytime.

7/15/04

Target Announce Recall of Summerville(tm) Toy Trucks Sets made by Target Corp. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately. Components on the trucks could detach, posing a choking and sharp point hazard to young children. The recall includes Summerville(tm) four-piece truck sets. The multicolored trucks are about 4.5-inches long. Various types of trucks sold in the sets include dump trucks, cement trucks, utility trucks, garbage trucks, box trucks, fuel trucks, and tow trucks. Writing on the trucks includes "EMERGENCY," "HEAVY DUTY," or "CITY SERVICE." "Summerville(tm)" and the item number "204 02 0458" are written on the packaging. Consumers should return the recalled trucks to Target for a refund. Call Target toll-free at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit Target's Web site at www.target.com.

7/13/04

Graco Children's Products Announce Recall of Travel Lite(tm) Swings Manufactured by Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a child from leaning forward or to either side, posing a risk that the child can fall forward and strike his/her head on the floor or the swing's frame. Sold at: Discount, department and juvenile stores from June 2003 through June 2004. Consumers who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without a red handle release button should stop using it immediately and contact Graco for a free repair kit. Consumer Contact: Consumers can call Graco toll-free at (800) 345-4109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the Company's Web site at www.gracobaby.com.

7/8/04

Voluntary recall of 150 million pieces of toy jewelry sold in vending machines across America. CPSC has determined that some of this toy jewelry contains dangerous levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to children. Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry. Consumers can contact the Toy Jewelry Recall Hotline for more information about this recall. Visit the Toy Jewelry Recall Hotline at (800) 441-4234 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms' web site at www.toyjewelryrecall.com. To see pictures of recalled products on CPSC's web site, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml04/04174.html

6/25/04

CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group USA Announce Recall to Inspect and Replace COSCO^® "Rock 'N Roller" Baby Strollers. If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame d should stop using the recalled "Rock 'N Roller" strollers with detachable seats immediately and call the firm to determine how to inspect the stroller fro possible replacements. Contact: Dorel Juvenile Group at (800) 711-0402 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's web site at www.djgusa.com or email rnr@djgusa.com.

6/23/04

CPSC and Kmart Corp. voluntarily announce recall of girls' rompers. The crocheted cherry-shape tassels and plastic buttons may pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should return the rompers to the Kmart store where purchased for a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Kmart at (866) KMART 4U anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kmart.com.

6/23/04

CPSC and Samara Brothers, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of children's swimsuit cover-ups. The zipper pull on the cover-up can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should stop using these cover-ups and contact Samara Brothers for instructions on receiving a free repair or replacement cover-up. Call Samara Brothers toll-free at (866) 448-7758 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email the firm at returns@samara.com

6/18/04

CPSC and The Land of Nod ® voluntarily announce recall of The Land of Nod® children's wooden chairs. The leg supports can crack, causing the chair to collapse. Children sitting in these chairs can fall. Consumers should stop using these chairs immediately and contact The Land of Nod for instructions on how to return these chairs. The company is offering an exchange. credit or refund. Those who choose an exchange for new chairs, and who respond before July 15, 2004, will receive an additional $50 gift certificate to be used toward a future purchase. Consumers should call the Land of Nod's toll-free recall hotline at (866) 990-5263 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.landofnod.com/recall.

6/9/04

CPSC and Old Navy voluntarily announce recall of children's zippered outerwear. The plastic zipper pull can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should return the garments to any Old Navy store for a refund and a complimentary $5 appreciation card. Call Old Navy toll-free at (866) 580-9930 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

6/4/04

CPSC and Payless Shoe Source voluntarily announce recall of children's athletic shoes. The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoes (prewalk and toddler sizes--"Smart Fit " or "Teeny Toes") can detach posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and should return the shoes to a Payless Shoe Source store for a cash refund or exchange. For more information, call Payless toll-free at (800) 654-0697 between 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, and between 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sunday, or visit their Web site a www.payless.com.

6/4/04

CPSC and Dream On Me Industries voluntarily announce recall of Baby Walkers. The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs. Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers t the retailer where purchased to receive a refund. For additional information on returning the product contact Dream On Me Industries representatives at (877) 768-5500 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

5/28/04

CPSC and Backyard Products voluntarily announce recall of Backyard Product Swings. Chains on the swing can detach during use and cause the child to fall to the ground and possibly suffer injuries. Consumers should not let children use the swings until they have been repaired. Backyard Products will provide consumers with a free, in-home repair kit. Contact Backyard Products toll-free at (800) 841-4351 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

5/28/04

CPSC and Front Porch Classics voluntarily announce recall of "Old Century Dread Pirate(tm))" Coffee Table Games. The surface coating and the metal in the ships contain lead and pose a risk of lead poisoning to young children. A child could ingest lead by swallowing a broken part of the ship or by repeatedly mouthing the ships. Take the recalled "Dread Pirate" ships away from children immediately and call Front Porch for free replacement toy ships that do not contain lead and will not break. Call Front Porch at (800) 526-0314 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday; or visit the company's web site: www.frontporchclassics.com.

5/14/04

CPSC and DK Publishing voluntarily announce recall of children's board books with Sound Maker. The sound maker mounted inside a plastic covering on the last page of the books poses a choking hazard to young children if removed. Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and contact DK Publishing to receive a replacement book of equal value or a refund. Consumers should contact DK Publishing at (800) 505-4726 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. ET on Friday, or send an email to recall@dk.com.

5/14/04

CPSC and Coaster Co. of American voluntarily announce recall of bunk beds. A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through but will not allow for a child's head to pass through. This poses a serious strangulation risk. Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation. Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a free repair kit. For more information, consumers should call Coaster toll-free at (800) 282-9362 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.coastercompany.com.

5/14/04

CPSC and Baby Trend voluntarily announce recall of certain Baby Trend "Passport" Strollers. The fold joint can collapse unexpectedly, causing the baby to fall. Consumers should stop using the stroller and contact Baby Trends, Inc. immediately. Baby Trend will ask the consumer to send a cut-out section of the seat with restraint strap attached. Baby Trend will send the consumer a new replacement stroller. Call Baby Trend toll-free at (800) 328-7363 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit Baby Trend web site at www.babytrend.com.

4/23/04

CPSC and Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. voluntarily announce the recall to repair bunk beds. There are gaps between parts of the bunk bed that violate federal safety standards and can be entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the retailer to cover and close up the entrapment gaps. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home. To get a free repair kit, contact the dealer who sold the bunk bed. Although repair kits are not available on line, consumers can call Ashley Furniture Industries at (800) 999-2936 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT) on Saturday. Additional information is available on Ashley's web site at www.ashleyfurniture.com.

4/22/04

CPSC and Tek Nek Toys voluntarily announce recall of ride-on toys. The screw and nut assembly attaching the steering wheel can come loose, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Consumers should take these recalled ride-on toy vehicles away from young children immediately and contact Tek Nek Toys for free replacement parts. For more information, contact Tek Nek Toys at (888) 661-0222 anytime or visit Tek Nek's web site at www.teknektoys.com.

4/22/04

CPSC and Mattel, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of the Batman(tm) Toy Vehicle. The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which pose potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings. Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and easily at home; instructions will be provided. Consumers can call Mattel at (888) 271-9891 anytime or visit www.service.mattel.com to determine if their toy is among the recalled models and to order the free replacement wings if needed.

4/22/04

CPSC and Kids II, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of children's mirror books. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. The mirror in the books can crack or break, posing a laceration hazard to young children. Parents should detach and mail the mirror page of the product to Kids II at 1015 Windward Ridge Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005 for a refund. Call Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

4/15/04

CPSC and Nikko America voluntarily announce recall of radio-control toy trucks. A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard. Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions of returning the product for a free circuit board replacement. Contact Nikko America toll-free at (866) 232-6013 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web Site at www.nikkoamerica.com/recall.

4/9/04

CPSC and Stanley Furniture Company, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of Isabella model cribs. An incorrect screw (used to attach the movable gate) was provided for the assembly of some of these cribs. The crib cannot be assembled using this screw. However, if consumers have substituted their own screw, it may not properly hold the movable gate in place. The result is a potential risk that a child could fall from the crib or become entrapped between the gate and the mattress. Consumers should contact the store where the crib was purchased to schedule a free, in-home crib inspection and repair, if needed. These stores also will attempt to contact consumers. Consumers should call Stanley Furniture at (888) 839-6822 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.youngamerica.com.

4/9/04

CPSC and Kingfisher Publications voluntarily announce recall of children's Easter books. A sponge "touch-and-feel" item inside the book can detach or small pieces can be torn away, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately, and return the books to Kingfisher Publications PLC, Customer Service, 181 Ballardvale Street, Wilmington, MA 01887 for a refund and postage reimbursement. Call Kingfisher toll-free at (800 289-4371 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, send an email to trade_customer_service@hmco.com.

4/9/04

CPSC and Babies "R" Us and Playwell voluntarily announce recall of Snail Push Toys. The screw securing the toy handle to the push toy could detach, posing a choking hazard. Consumers should take the push toy away from small children immediately and return it to Babies "R" Us for a full refund. Consumers can call toll-free at (800) 804-5419 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., ET, Monday through Friday or visit the web site at www.toysrusinc.com/productrecall.

3/4/04

CPSC and FAO Schwarz Inc. voluntarily announce recall of fire engine pull-along toys. Toys must be returned by March 31 to receive a refund. Small parts can detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to small children. Consumers should take the product away from small children immediately and mail the product to FAO Schwarz Inc., 2520 Renaissance Blvd., King of Prussia, PA 19406 for a full refund, including postage. PLEASE NOTE: Returns to this address must be received before March 31, 2004. The seller of this product has declared bankruptcy and will be able to accept returns only until March 31, 2004. Call FAO Schwarz Inc. at (888) 889-5437 anytime.

02/27/04

CPSC and Schylling Associates voluntarily announce Recall of Wooden Music Radio Boxes. A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy. Call Schylling Associates, Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.schylling.com.

02/25/04

CPSC and Child Craft voluntarily announce recall of cribs (Legacy Cribs). The slats on the drop side rail can loosen and detach. When this happens, the space created by the gaps can allow a baby to become entangled, strangle or fall. Consumers should stop using the cribs and contact Child Craft to receive a replacement drop side rail. Call Child Craft toll-free at (800) 844-2674 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's web site at www.childcraftindustries.com.

02/25/04

CPSC and K'NEX Industries voluntarily announce recall of children's toys; "Mud Boggers" and "Street Shredders" Pump Up Racers. The air motor in the toy cars can burst while being pumped up, causing parts of the motor or car to break off. Some of these parts can have sharp points and pose a risk of eye or laceration injuries. Consumers should stop children from using these toy cars immediately and contact the company for a free replacement air motor or alternative product. Call K'NEX Industries at (800) 543-5639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or log on to the company's Web site at www.knex.com.

02/20/04

CPSC and Mary Meyer Corp. voluntarily announce recall to replace Plush Spider Baby Toys. The round stuffed feet on the spider can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Return the toy to Mary Meyer Corp. to receive a replacement product of equal value. Consumer contact: Mary Meyer Corporation at (800) 451-4387 between 9 am. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the spider toy and receiving the replacement product.

02/10/04

CPSC and Schylling Associates Inc., voluntarily announce recall of More "Jack-In-The-Box" type toys. The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy. Contact: Schylling Associates Inc. at (800)767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.schylling.com.

02/10/04

CPSC and Graco Children's Products voluntarily announce recall of Bumble Bee Toys with Blue Antennae. The blue antennae on the toy can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should discard immediately any Bumble Bee toys with blue antennae in their possession and contact Graco to receive a free replacement toy. Contact: Graco at (800) 258-3213 anytime to receive a free replacement toy.

02/10/04

CPSC and Hasbro, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of NERF(r) Big Play Football (tm). The football contains a hard plastic interior frame that can pose a risk of facial cuts if a child is hit during play. Consumers should stop using this football immediately and return it to the company for a replacement NERF product of equal value. Hasbro will provide consumers with a postage-prepaid label to return the product. Contact: Hasbro, Inc. at (866) 637-3244 anytime, or go to www.nerf.com.

02/10/04

CPSC and PlayWell Toy Company Ltd. voluntarily announce recall of Activity Cubes. Consumers should take the product away from small children immediately and contact PlayWell for instructions on returning the product for a full refund. Contact: PlayWell Toy Company toll-free at (800) 836-7928 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.regcen.com/activity cube.

02/10/04

CPSC and Swing-N-Slide voluntarily announce recall of "Mega Rider" swings. Consumers should stop using the "Mega Riders" immediately and return them to the company for a replacement product with increased materials thickness. Swing-N-Slide will provide consumers with a self-addressed box to return the product. Contact Swing-N-Slide at (800) 888-1232 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the company's web site at www.swing-n-slide.com, or write to Mega Rider Recall, Swing-N-Slide, 1212 Barberry Drive, Janesville, WI 53545.

02/10/04

CPSC and Meijer voluntarily announce recall of children's jackets (Kids Falls Creek PU Jacket with Polar Fleece in Hood). Consumers should stop using these jackets and contact Meijer Distribution for instructions on returning the jacket for a refund. Contact: Meijer Distribution toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.meijer.com.

02/10/04

CPSC and Meijer voluntarily announce recall of Children's sweatshirts with drawstring hoods. Each sweatshirt has an image on the chest of either a tribal design, dragon, motocross or skateboarding pattern. Consumers can return the sweatshirts to Meijer retailers for a full refund or consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Call Meijer toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.meijer.com.

	8/6/04	CPSC, Determined Productions Announce Recall of Plush Frog Stuffed Animal Sold at Kohl's Department Stores. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Hazard: The seams in the toy can tear open and expose small plastic pellets, posing a choking or aspiration hazard to young children who mouth the pellets. Consumers are advised to stop using the toy immediately and contact Determined Productions or stop at a local Kohl's Department Stores to receive a refund or store credit. Consumer Contact: Call Determined Productions toll-free at (877) 925-0660 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at Normamail@dpisf.com. Consumers also can visit either Kohl's Web site at www.kohls.com

	7/21/04	Kmart Corporation Announce recall of Pool Pump Water Guns purchased at Kmart stores. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately. The cone-shaped nozzle can unexpectedly come off the water gun and be propelled causing injury. Consumers should stop using the water guns and return them to a Kmart store for a full refund. Consumer Contact: Call Kmart at (866) KMART4U anytime.

	7/15/04	Target Announce Recall of Summerville(tm) Toy Trucks Sets made by Target Corp. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately. Components on the trucks could detach, posing a choking and sharp point hazard to young children. The recall includes Summerville(tm) four-piece truck sets. The multicolored trucks are about 4.5-inches long. Various types of trucks sold in the sets include dump trucks, cement trucks, utility trucks, garbage trucks, box trucks, fuel trucks, and tow trucks. Writing on the trucks includes "EMERGENCY," "HEAVY DUTY," or "CITY SERVICE." "Summerville(tm)" and the item number "204 02 0458" are written on the packaging. Consumers should return the recalled trucks to Target for a refund. Call Target toll-free at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit Target's Web site at www.target.com.

	7/13/04	Graco Children's Products Announce Recall of Travel Lite(tm) Swings Manufactured by Graco Children's Products, of Exton, Pa. The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a child from leaning forward or to either side, posing a risk that the child can fall forward and strike his/her head on the floor or the swing's frame. Sold at: Discount, department and juvenile stores from June 2003 through June 2004. Consumers who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without a red handle release button should stop using it immediately and contact Graco for a free repair kit. Consumer Contact: Consumers can call Graco toll-free at (800) 345-4109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the Company's Web site at www.gracobaby.com.

	7/8/04	Voluntary recall of 150 million pieces of toy jewelry sold in vending machines across America. CPSC has determined that some of this toy jewelry contains dangerous levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to children. Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry. Consumers can contact the Toy Jewelry Recall Hotline for more information about this recall. Visit the Toy Jewelry Recall Hotline at (800) 441-4234 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms' web site at www.toyjewelryrecall.com. To see pictures of recalled products on CPSC's web site, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml04/04174.html

	6/25/04	CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group USA Announce Recall to Inspect and Replace COSCO^® "Rock 'N Roller" Baby Strollers. If the stop pins are bent or missing or the seat is not fully attached, the seat can partially detach from the frame d should stop using the recalled "Rock 'N Roller" strollers with detachable seats immediately and call the firm to determine how to inspect the stroller fro possible replacements. Contact: Dorel Juvenile Group at (800) 711-0402 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's web site at www.djgusa.com or email rnr@djgusa.com.

	6/23/04	CPSC and Kmart Corp. voluntarily announce recall of girls' rompers. The crocheted cherry-shape tassels and plastic buttons may pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should return the rompers to the Kmart store where purchased for a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Kmart at (866) KMART 4U anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kmart.com.

	6/23/04	CPSC and Samara Brothers, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of children's swimsuit cover-ups. The zipper pull on the cover-up can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should stop using these cover-ups and contact Samara Brothers for instructions on receiving a free repair or replacement cover-up. Call Samara Brothers toll-free at (866) 448-7758 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email the firm at returns@samara.com

	6/18/04	CPSC and The Land of Nod ® voluntarily announce recall of The Land of Nod® children's wooden chairs. The leg supports can crack, causing the chair to collapse. Children sitting in these chairs can fall. Consumers should stop using these chairs immediately and contact The Land of Nod for instructions on how to return these chairs. The company is offering an exchange. credit or refund. Those who choose an exchange for new chairs, and who respond before July 15, 2004, will receive an additional $50 gift certificate to be used toward a future purchase. Consumers should call the Land of Nod's toll-free recall hotline at (866) 990-5263 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.landofnod.com/recall.

	6/9/04	CPSC and Old Navy voluntarily announce recall of children's zippered outerwear. The plastic zipper pull can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should return the garments to any Old Navy store for a refund and a complimentary $5 appreciation card. Call Old Navy toll-free at (866) 580-9930 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

	6/4/04	CPSC and Payless Shoe Source voluntarily announce recall of children's athletic shoes. The metal eyelet lace holder at the top of the shoes (prewalk and toddler sizes--"Smart Fit " or "Teeny Toes") can detach posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and should return the shoes to a Payless Shoe Source store for a cash refund or exchange. For more information, call Payless toll-free at (800) 654-0697 between 7:30 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, and between 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sunday, or visit their Web site a www.payless.com.

	6/4/04	CPSC and Dream On Me Industries voluntarily announce recall of Baby Walkers. The walkers will fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed if they fall down stairs. Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers t the retailer where purchased to receive a refund. For additional information on returning the product contact Dream On Me Industries representatives at (877) 768-5500 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

	5/28/04	CPSC and Backyard Products voluntarily announce recall of Backyard Product Swings. Chains on the swing can detach during use and cause the child to fall to the ground and possibly suffer injuries. Consumers should not let children use the swings until they have been repaired. Backyard Products will provide consumers with a free, in-home repair kit. Contact Backyard Products toll-free at (800) 841-4351 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

	5/28/04	CPSC and Front Porch Classics voluntarily announce recall of "Old Century Dread Pirate(tm))" Coffee Table Games. The surface coating and the metal in the ships contain lead and pose a risk of lead poisoning to young children. A child could ingest lead by swallowing a broken part of the ship or by repeatedly mouthing the ships. Take the recalled "Dread Pirate" ships away from children immediately and call Front Porch for free replacement toy ships that do not contain lead and will not break. Call Front Porch at (800) 526-0314 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday; or visit the company's web site: www.frontporchclassics.com.

	5/14/04	CPSC and DK Publishing voluntarily announce recall of children's board books with Sound Maker. The sound maker mounted inside a plastic covering on the last page of the books poses a choking hazard to young children if removed. Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and contact DK Publishing to receive a replacement book of equal value or a refund. Consumers should contact DK Publishing at (800) 505-4726 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. ET on Friday, or send an email to recall@dk.com.

	5/14/04	CPSC and Coaster Co. of American voluntarily announce recall of bunk beds. A gap between the step of the built-in ladder and the top bunk allows enough room for a child's body to slip through but will not allow for a child's head to pass through. This poses a serious strangulation risk. Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation. Consumers should stop using the bunk beds immediately and call Coaster of America for a free repair kit. For more information, consumers should call Coaster toll-free at (800) 282-9362 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.coastercompany.com.

	5/14/04	CPSC and Baby Trend voluntarily announce recall of certain Baby Trend "Passport" Strollers. The fold joint can collapse unexpectedly, causing the baby to fall. Consumers should stop using the stroller and contact Baby Trends, Inc. immediately. Baby Trend will ask the consumer to send a cut-out section of the seat with restraint strap attached. Baby Trend will send the consumer a new replacement stroller. Call Baby Trend toll-free at (800) 328-7363 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit Baby Trend web site at www.babytrend.com.

	4/23/04	CPSC and Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. voluntarily announce the recall to repair bunk beds. There are gaps between parts of the bunk bed that violate federal safety standards and can be entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the retailer to cover and close up the entrapment gaps. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home. To get a free repair kit, contact the dealer who sold the bunk bed. Although repair kits are not available on line, consumers can call Ashley Furniture Industries at (800) 999-2936 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT) on Saturday. Additional information is available on Ashley's web site at www.ashleyfurniture.com.

	4/22/04	CPSC and Tek Nek Toys voluntarily announce recall of ride-on toys. The screw and nut assembly attaching the steering wheel can come loose, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. Consumers should take these recalled ride-on toy vehicles away from young children immediately and contact Tek Nek Toys for free replacement parts. For more information, contact Tek Nek Toys at (888) 661-0222 anytime or visit Tek Nek's web site at www.teknektoys.com.

	4/22/04	CPSC and Mattel, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of the Batman(tm) Toy Vehicle. The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which pose potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings. Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and easily at home; instructions will be provided. Consumers can call Mattel at (888) 271-9891 anytime or visit www.service.mattel.com to determine if their toy is among the recalled models and to order the free replacement wings if needed.

	4/22/04	CPSC and Kids II, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of children's mirror books. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. The mirror in the books can crack or break, posing a laceration hazard to young children. Parents should detach and mail the mirror page of the product to Kids II at 1015 Windward Ridge Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005 for a refund. Call Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

	4/15/04	CPSC and Nikko America voluntarily announce recall of radio-control toy trucks. A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard. Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions of returning the product for a free circuit board replacement. Contact Nikko America toll-free at (866) 232-6013 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web Site at www.nikkoamerica.com/recall.

	4/9/04	CPSC and Stanley Furniture Company, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of Isabella model cribs. An incorrect screw (used to attach the movable gate) was provided for the assembly of some of these cribs. The crib cannot be assembled using this screw. However, if consumers have substituted their own screw, it may not properly hold the movable gate in place. The result is a potential risk that a child could fall from the crib or become entrapped between the gate and the mattress. Consumers should contact the store where the crib was purchased to schedule a free, in-home crib inspection and repair, if needed. These stores also will attempt to contact consumers. Consumers should call Stanley Furniture at (888) 839-6822 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.youngamerica.com.

	4/9/04	CPSC and Kingfisher Publications voluntarily announce recall of children's Easter books. A sponge "touch-and-feel" item inside the book can detach or small pieces can be torn away, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately, and return the books to Kingfisher Publications PLC, Customer Service, 181 Ballardvale Street, Wilmington, MA 01887 for a refund and postage reimbursement. Call Kingfisher toll-free at (800 289-4371 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, send an email to trade_customer_service@hmco.com.

	4/9/04	CPSC and Babies "R" Us and Playwell voluntarily announce recall of Snail Push Toys. The screw securing the toy handle to the push toy could detach, posing a choking hazard. Consumers should take the push toy away from small children immediately and return it to Babies "R" Us for a full refund. Consumers can call toll-free at (800) 804-5419 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., ET, Monday through Friday or visit the web site at www.toysrusinc.com/productrecall.

	3/4/04	CPSC and FAO Schwarz Inc. voluntarily announce recall of fire engine pull-along toys. Toys must be returned by March 31 to receive a refund. Small parts can detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to small children. Consumers should take the product away from small children immediately and mail the product to FAO Schwarz Inc., 2520 Renaissance Blvd., King of Prussia, PA 19406 for a full refund, including postage. PLEASE NOTE: Returns to this address must be received before March 31, 2004. The seller of this product has declared bankruptcy and will be able to accept returns only until March 31, 2004. Call FAO Schwarz Inc. at (888) 889-5437 anytime.

	02/27/04	CPSC and Schylling Associates voluntarily announce Recall of Wooden Music Radio Boxes. A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy. Call Schylling Associates, Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.schylling.com.

	02/25/04	CPSC and Child Craft voluntarily announce recall of cribs (Legacy Cribs). The slats on the drop side rail can loosen and detach. When this happens, the space created by the gaps can allow a baby to become entangled, strangle or fall. Consumers should stop using the cribs and contact Child Craft to receive a replacement drop side rail. Call Child Craft toll-free at (800) 844-2674 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's web site at www.childcraftindustries.com.

	02/25/04	CPSC and K'NEX Industries voluntarily announce recall of children's toys; "Mud Boggers" and "Street Shredders" Pump Up Racers. The air motor in the toy cars can burst while being pumped up, causing parts of the motor or car to break off. Some of these parts can have sharp points and pose a risk of eye or laceration injuries. Consumers should stop children from using these toy cars immediately and contact the company for a free replacement air motor or alternative product. Call K'NEX Industries at (800) 543-5639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or log on to the company's Web site at www.knex.com.

	02/20/04	CPSC and Mary Meyer Corp. voluntarily announce recall to replace Plush Spider Baby Toys. The round stuffed feet on the spider can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Return the toy to Mary Meyer Corp. to receive a replacement product of equal value. Consumer contact: Mary Meyer Corporation at (800) 451-4387 between 9 am. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the spider toy and receiving the replacement product.

	02/10/04	CPSC and Schylling Associates Inc., voluntarily announce recall of More "Jack-In-The-Box" type toys. The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy. Contact: Schylling Associates Inc. at (800)767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.schylling.com.

	02/10/04	CPSC and Graco Children's Products voluntarily announce recall of Bumble Bee Toys with Blue Antennae. The blue antennae on the toy can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should discard immediately any Bumble Bee toys with blue antennae in their possession and contact Graco to receive a free replacement toy. Contact: Graco at (800) 258-3213 anytime to receive a free replacement toy.

	02/10/04	CPSC and Hasbro, Inc. voluntarily announce recall of NERF(r) Big Play Football (tm). The football contains a hard plastic interior frame that can pose a risk of facial cuts if a child is hit during play. Consumers should stop using this football immediately and return it to the company for a replacement NERF product of equal value. Hasbro will provide consumers with a postage-prepaid label to return the product. Contact: Hasbro, Inc. at (866) 637-3244 anytime, or go to www.nerf.com.

	02/10/04	CPSC and PlayWell Toy Company Ltd. voluntarily announce recall of Activity Cubes. Consumers should take the product away from small children immediately and contact PlayWell for instructions on returning the product for a full refund. Contact: PlayWell Toy Company toll-free at (800) 836-7928 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.regcen.com/activity cube.

	02/10/04	CPSC and Swing-N-Slide voluntarily announce recall of "Mega Rider" swings. Consumers should stop using the "Mega Riders" immediately and return them to the company for a replacement product with increased materials thickness. Swing-N-Slide will provide consumers with a self-addressed box to return the product. Contact Swing-N-Slide at (800) 888-1232 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the company's web site at www.swing-n-slide.com, or write to Mega Rider Recall, Swing-N-Slide, 1212 Barberry Drive, Janesville, WI 53545.

	02/10/04	CPSC and Meijer voluntarily announce recall of children's jackets (Kids Falls Creek PU Jacket with Polar Fleece in Hood). Consumers should stop using these jackets and contact Meijer Distribution for instructions on returning the jacket for a refund. Contact: Meijer Distribution toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.meijer.com.

	02/10/04	CPSC and Meijer voluntarily announce recall of Children's sweatshirts with drawstring hoods. Each sweatshirt has an image on the chest of either a tribal design, dragon, motocross or skateboarding pattern. Consumers can return the sweatshirts to Meijer retailers for a full refund or consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Call Meijer toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.meijer.com.