Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported August 10, 2000
Tangled Treeples Toys Included With KFC Kids Meals Recalled by KFC
Suffocation
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Kfc recalled Tangled Treeples Toys Included With KFC Kids Meals Recalled by KFC NEWS from CPSC U.S. Co… - a moderate-severity action.
Tangled Treeples Toys Included With KFC Kids Meals Recalled by KFC was recalled by Kfc in August 10, 2000. Reason: Suffocation. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #00162 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kfc issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Suffocation.
- Moderate
- severity level
- August 10, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00162 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #00162) was formally reported on August 10, 2000. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Kfc is listed as the recalling firm. The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts.
The documented reason for this recall is: Suffocation Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 4 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Food recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 25,126 food recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
Unknown
Related Recalls
6
4 from same agency
Product description
Tangled Treeples Toys Included With KFC Kids Meals Recalled by KFC NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2000 Release # 00-162 KFC Recall Hotline: (800) CALL-KFC CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 KFC Contact: Michael Tierney, (502) 874-8100 CPSC, KFC Corporation Announce Recall of Toy Included With KFC Kids Meals WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KFC Corporation, of Louisville, Ky., is voluntarily recalling about 425,000 Tangled Treeples toys included with KFC Kids Meals. The toy is a green plastic container with small, blue plastic animal figures inside. The bottom of the container can fit over a child's nose and mouth, which could pose a suffocation hazard to children under three years of age. A 19-month-old girl reportedly had the Tangled Treeples container stuck over her face, causing her distress. When her mother removed the container, there was a red mark left on the child's face. The Tangled Treeples toy's green, plastic container, which measures about 3 inches in diameter and 1.25 inches deep, has trees molded on the outside. Inside are seven "Tangled Treeples" animal figures, including a monkey, owl, snake, raccoon and bear. Children can empty the animals out of the container and link them to form a chain. Writing on the outside of the container reads, "TreeplesTM" and "Made in China." KFC restaurants nationwide included the Tangled Treeples toys with KFC Kids Meals from June 2000 through July 2000. Consumers should immediately take the green plastic container away from children under the age of three. They should discard the container or return it to any KFC restaurant for an individual-sized side item, such as macaroni and cheese. For more information, consumers can call KFC at (800) CALL-KFC anytime or visit the KFC web site at http://www.kfc.com/SAFETY.htm. Consumers can also view a video clip about this recall (transcript). This is in "streaming video" format.
Reason for recall
Suffocation
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00162 |
| Date reported | August 10, 2000 |
| Date initiated | August 10, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Kfc |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Tangled Treeples Toys Included With KFC Kids Meals Recalled by KFC NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 10, 2000 Release # 00-162 KFC Recall Hotline: (800) CALL-KFC CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Nychelle Fleming, (301) 504-7063 KFC Contact: Michael Tierney, (502) 874-8100 CPSC, KFC Corporation Announce Recall of Toy Included With KFC Kids Meals WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KFC Corporation, of Louisville, Ky., is voluntarily recalling about 425,000 Tangled Treeples toys included with KFC Kids Meals. The toy is a green plastic container with small, blue plastic animal figures inside. The bottom of the container can fit over a child's nose and mouth, which could pose a suffocation hazard to children under three years of age. A 19-month-old girl reportedly had the Tangled Treeples container stuck over her face, causing her distress. When her mother removed the container, there was a red mark left on the child's face. The Tangled Treeples toy's green, plastic container, which measures about 3 inches in diameter and 1.25 inches deep, has trees molded on the outside. Inside are seven "Tangled Treeples" animal figures, including a monkey, owl, snake, raccoon and bear. Children can empty the animals out of the container and link them to form a chain. Writing on the outside of the container reads, "TreeplesTM" and "Made in China." KFC restaurants nationwide included the Tangled Treeples toys with KFC Kids Meals from June 2000 through July 2000. Consumers should immediately take the green plastic container away from children under the age of three. They should discard the container or return it to any KFC restaurant for an individual-sized side item, such as macaroni and cheese. For more information, consumers can call KFC at (800) CALL-KFC anytime or visit the KFC web site at http://www.kfc.com/SAFETY.htm. Consumers can also view a video clip about this recall (transcript). This is in "streaming video" format.. Recalled by Kfc.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Suffocation
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 10, 2000. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 00162.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (00162) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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