Juvenile Product Recalls

Date

Nov 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Boys or girls infant to 3X denim or corduroy overalls under the "Wardrobe Essentials" label.

Dates Sold

Sold at Sears between June and November 2002

Problem

It has been discovered that the clasp on the overalls may break causing a potential choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Customers should return them as soon as possible to their nearest Sears retail or catalogue store for a full refund.

Date

Nov 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Sulley With Boo plush
dolls and the Monsters, Inc. character plush doll by The Disney Store Inc.

Dates Sold

131 dolls sold at Disney Stores in Canada from July through October 2002

Problem

The ponytail holders on the Boo doll can come off and pose a choking hazard

Remedy

Take the ponytail holders and rubber bands out of the doll's hair or return the item for a full refund. Call (800) 566-3161 or go to www.disneystore.com
(the 1-800 number is only available in English, but a few translators are available)

Date

Nov 2002

Company and Product Recalled

ToGo brand girls coats by The Bay.

Dates Sold

Sold by The Bay across Canada since September 2002.

Problem

The buttons on the coat may become detached posing a potential choking hazard for young children.

Remedy

Customers who have purchased this coat should stop using it immediately and return it to any Bay store in Canada for a full refund.

Date

Nov 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Infant Sleepers and Body Suits under the "NHL and Sears Baby" label by Pam International.

Dates Sold

Sold in Sears retail stores between September and October 2002.

Problem

The snaps may become dislodged from their sockets and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Discontinue use and return them to their nearest Sears retail or catalogue store for a full refund.

Date

Nov 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Fleece infant hat and mitt set made by Fersten Headwear Inc.

The hats are made of blue fleece with red piping. Stock number 39968.

Dates Sold

About 425 sets sold at Sears nationwide during September and October 2002.

Problem

The pom poms on the hat can be easily removed and put in a child's mouth, poosing a choking hazard.

Remedy

Stop using sets and return them to their nearest Sears retail store for a full refund. Call Sears Canada, at (416) 941-4426.

Date

Oct 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Snuttig Bear soft toy by IKEA of BURLINGTON, ON.

Dates Sold

117,000 in Canada.

Problem

The plastic bead filling may escape from the seams of the toy posing a choking hazard.

Remedy

Take the toys away from children, and return them to IKEA stores. All consumers will get a refund.
Consumers can contact IKEA at
1-800-661-9807 or visit www.ikea.ca

Date

Aug 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Molly Suburban Strollers #51-1000 and 51-1010 by Molly Magee.

Dates Sold

157 units from March through August 2002

Problem

The frame-lock latch represents a pinching hazard to children.

Remedy

Contact the retail store where they made their purchase.
Molly Magee: 905-795-0355.

Date

Aug 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Ride-On Duck wooden riding toys by Pottery Barn Kids.

Dates Sold

3,000 units sold this toy through its outlet in Ontario.

Problem

The Ride-On Duck's wheel cap can break, allowing the wheel to come off and release small parts, presenting a choking hazard to young children

Remedy

Take the toys away from young children immediately and return the toys to the store where they were purchased for a refund or replacement toy. For additional information, contact Pottery Barn Kids at 416-785-7375 or www.potterybarnkids.ca

Date

July 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Model 8 Roadsters Toy Car by Radio Flyer Inc.

Roadsters included have date of manufacture: 12/2001 or earlier and have a "horn symbol" embossed on the red rubber horn. Those with a star embossed on the horn, have been re-designed and are not included in this recall.

Dates Sold

59,000 made before January 2002, sold between January 2001 and July 2002

Problem

A child can pull the horn from the steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Remove from children
immediately and order a replacement steering wheel.
Consumers can contact Redwagons at
(800) 708-9246 or the web site at www.radioflyer.com
For more information,
consumers can contact Radio Flyer at (800) 621-7613

Date

July 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Toddler Activity Sets ("Toddler ToteTM") and Toddler Puzzles ("Familiar Things" ) by Lauri® Inc.

Printed on The Activity Set is "Lauri" and "LR-2116"; on The Puzzle Set is "LR-2113" .

Dates Sold

About 5,000 units from January 1999 to July 2002.

Problem

The dog puzzle included with both of these products and the rubber handle on the box of the activity set can tear apart into small pieces and pose a choking hazard to small children

Remedy

Remove from children immediately and call Lauri for free replacement pieces. For more information, contact Lauri toll-free at (800) 451-0520

Date

July 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Snail Pull Toy (model: #5108) by Plan Toys, distributed in Canada by BRIO, London, Ontario.

The Plan Toy Logo and "Made in Thailand" appears on the underside of the head.

Dates Sold

About 83 units sold between June 2001 through
June 2002

Problem

The eyes can come away from the snail's body thereby becoming a potential choking hazard for children under 3 years of age.

Remedy

Remove from children
immediately and call BRIO® for a refund.
Toll Free 1-800-461-3057
www.briotoys.com

Date

June 2002

Company and Product Recalled

'The Little Wooden Push Car' Ride-On Cars by Radio Flyer Inc.

It has a red steering wheel column, a red metal bar on the back, and a red plastic horn on the steering wheel.

Dates Sold

7 units were sold in Canada to 2 retailers in Alberta and B.C. between March 2001 & June 2002.

Problem

A child can pull the horn off the car's steering wheel, and a small part inside poses a choking hazard.

Remedy

Stop using immediately and contact Radio Flyer Inc. to receive a replacement steering wheel.
Tel: 773-637-7100,
web: www.radioflyer.com
e-mail: 218repair@radioflyer.com

Date

June 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Pop 'N Scoot Ride-on Toy by Little Tikes.

The ride-on is made of molded plastic with a clear dome with beads on the handle bar. The Model number is 1568.

Dates Sold

21,400 units sold in Canada from March 2001 until May 13, 2002 for about C$30.

Problem

Children who lean forward while using this toy can fall over the handlebar, causing facial injuries to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the ride-on immediately and contact Little Tikes at www.littletikes.com
or call 866-765-6729 anytime

Date

May 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Toy Steering Wheels sold on Jeep(r) Cherokee stroller model number 55120. Strollers by Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.

"Jeep" is written with yellow, raised lettering on the front of the steering wheel base.

Dates Sold

350 units sold in Canada Jan 2001 through May 2002 at Toys R Us

Problem

The steering wheel can break away from its base, allowing the small plastic turn signal and horn pieces to come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Remove the toy steering wheel on these strollers and contact Kolcraft to receive a free replacement toy steering wheel at (800) 453-7673 or the firm's web site at www.kolcraft.com

Date

May 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Firestormer Toy Plane by Spin Master Toys of Toronto, Ontario.

Red or blue in colour with a flame graphic across the body and "Firestormer" printed on the wings. Only planes with date codes 12/29/01-KS through 03/24/02-KS are included in the recall.

Dates Sold

3,200 sold between Jan. 2002 and May 20, 2002

Problem

The plastic air intake chamber of the air-powered toy planes can burst, throwing plastic pieces, posing a laceration, bruise and abrasion hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Stop using immediately and contact Spin Master Toys at (800) 622-8339 to receive a free replacement. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at
www.spinmaster.com

Date

April 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Brunswick Corporation.

1953 units of Model S20 bicycles and 94 units "Ridge Rider" bicycles that were equipped with 'Ballistic 105' front suspension forks

Dates Sold

March 1999 to present.

Sold at Wal Mart Stores and Gen-x Equipment Inc.

Problem

The forks on these bicycles can break apart, causing riders to lose control, fall and suffer serious injury.

Remedy

STOP RIDING THE BICYCLE IMMEDIATELY

Canadian consumers can call 1-800-508-2762 or register online: www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml00/
00106.html
to receive instructions on how to remove and return the forks

Date

April 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Hallmark Cards Inc.

The Harry Potter Magic Potion Bottle key chain.

Dates Sold

2,378 units sold in Canada
Oct. 2001 through Nov. 2001

Problem

The key chains can leak petroleum distillates.

Remedy

Consumers should take the key chains away from children immediately. For refund, call (800) 425-5627. Additional info: www.hallmark.com

Date

April 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Please Mum, (Vancouver, B.C.) Rubber pull tabs attached to zipper pulls on Sherpa jackets, fleece vests, fleece tops, nylon pants, nylon jackets and nylon/cotton pants sold under the "Please Mum and WKW" brands.

Dates Sold

Sold at 59 Please Mum stores across Canada.

Problem

Soft rubber pull tab may become detached from the zipper pull posing a potential choking hazard to small children. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Cut the rubber pull tabs from the zipper pull or return the item to any Please Mum store for an exchange or a full refund. Information:
1-800-665-9644
www.pleasemum.com

Date

April 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Zellers has posted a warning for a potential safety hazard with a denim overall sold under its CHEROKEE (R) brand.

The item is made of 100% cotton, with the word Cherokee printed on the inside label.

Dates Sold

Zellers stores across
Canada beginning in October 2001

Problem

The shoulder straps fasten to the chest bib with metal buckles and shank buttons. These buckles and buttons can become detached from the garment, posing a potential choking hazard to infants.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using it immediately and return the item to any Zellers store for a full refund.

For further information:
(416) 861-6315

Date

April 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Zellers infant girls body suit sold under its TRULY(R) brand.

The item is a long-sleeved diaper shirt and has the word Truly printed on the inside label.

Dates Sold

Sold at Zellers stores
across Canada beginning in July 2001.

Problem

The ring snaps on the body suit can become detached from the garment,
posing a potential choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Stop using item immediately and
return the item to any Zellers store for a full refund.
For further information:
(416) 861-6315

Date

Feb 2002

Company and Product Recalled

The Bay has posted a warning for a potential safety hazard with its Twill Style of boys pants sold under its Outline brand. The item has an elastic waist and a one-piece elastic bungee cord drawstring with a toggle. The word "Outline"is printed on the inside label.

Dates Sold

December through February 2002.

Approx. 1,200 units of the item were sold in sizes 2-6X across Canada.

Problem

If the elastic bungee cord drawstring is stretched far enough, it may pose a choking hazard.

The item has since been removed from sale.

Remedy

Customers should stop using it and return it to any Bay store in Canada for a full refund. The hazard can be removed by cutting the elastic bungy cord drawstring and toggle from the pant.

Contact your local Bay store.

Date

Feb 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Random House is recalling Monsters In The Closet children's board books.

These were sold in English and French editions. "Made in China" is printed on the back of the book.

Random House:
1 (800) 493-0009 or visit the firm's website at
www.randomhouse.com

Dates Sold

October 2001 through January 2002.

Over 2,500 were sold in Canada.

Problem

The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Cut off the snap immediately and mail it to:
Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788 to receive a free replacement book.

For a free French language replacement see the Phidal Publishing Inc. website:
www.phidal.com/phidal2final/home.htm
or call: (514) 738-0202

Date

Feb 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Graco's Children's Products, Stroller Toy Bar model 50515.

Dates Sold

August 2001 to February 2002

Problem

Suction cups can separate from tray and present a choking hazard

Remedy

Contact Graco immediately to receive a new instruction sheet for installing the suction cups properly:
1-800-667-8184
www.gracobaby.com

Date

Feb 2002

Company and Product Recalled

The Bay, diaper shirt, "Outline" brand.
The item comes in various solid colours only (no print, picture or emblem). "Outline" is printed on the inside neck label. Sizes 3 to 24 months.

Dates Sold

From December 2001

Problem

Some prongs that secure the snaps protrude and could scratch an infant

Remedy

Check snaps to ensure snaps have no protruding prongs. If there are no protruding prongs, product is safe, otherwise stop using it and return the item to any Bay store in Canada for full refund.

Date

Feb 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Sears Canada, furry plush bunny (called "Buster")

Dates Sold

Problem

The flexible wire inside the bunny's ear could poke through after washing or bending, causing a potential injury.

Remedy

Return product as soon as possible to Sears for a full refund.

Call Toll-Free 24 hours a day 1-800-267-3277.

Date

Jan 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Zellers, Cherokee brand infant clothing including the Sherpa overall, cargo pant, jumper, top and kangaroo pocket cardigan.

Sold in cream and pink in sizes three months to 12 months.

Dates Sold

From the fall of 2001

Problem

If exposed to open flame, the items may catch on fire relatively quickly.

Remedy

Stop using the clothes immediately and return them to a Zellers store for a refund.

Zellers Customer Service: 1-888-226-2225.

Date

Jan 2002

Company and Product Recalled

Evenflo Canada Inc., Evenflo Jenny Lind cribs.

These cribs are white painted wood, and have "Evenflo" printed on them. Look for model number
"012615C".

Dates Sold

About 3,700 cribs were sold primarily at Zellers stores
from 1997 through 1999.

Problem

The cribs do not meet one aspect of the current Canadian Cribs and Cradle Regulations relating to the mattress support.

Remedy

Consumers should call Evenflo Canada (800) 265-0749 between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. (EST) weekdays to receive a free repair kit.