CPSC recall · Reported December 8, 2000
CPSC, LeapFrog Announce Recall to Repair "Alphabet Pal" Educational Pull Toys
The toy has a two-part red plastic connector on the pull string, designed to separate under tension. The plastic pieces can detach from the string when the connector is pulled apa…
The CPSC recalled The "Alphabet Pal" is a green caterpillar pull toy, about 12 inches long, with four wheel….
CPSC, LeapFrog Announce Recall to Repair "Alphabet Pal" Educational Pull Toys was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 8, 2000. Reason: The toy has a two-part red plastic connector on the pull string, designed to separate under tension. The plas…. Remedy: Consumers should cut the red plastic string connector off of these toys immediately, or r…. Verify recall #01051 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-The toy has a two-part red plastic connector on the pull string, designed to separate under tension. The plas….
- None
- agency class
- December 8, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01051 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 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.
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Product description
The "Alphabet Pal" is a green caterpillar pull toy, about 12 inches long, with four wheels. It has 26 plastic legs, one for each letter of the alphabet. When its yellow pull cord is tugged, the toy sings the ABC Song. Other functions include color and letter name identification, and letter sounds. The antennae on the caterpillar's head lights up. Writing on the toy includes, "LEAP FROGTM" and "Made in China." Toys without plastic connectors on the pull-string are not part of this recall.
Reason for recall
The toy has a two-part red plastic connector on the pull string, designed to separate under tension. The plastic pieces can detach from the string when the connector is pulled apart and could pose a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should cut the red plastic string connector off of these toys immediately, or return it to the firm to receive a free replacement toy without a plastic connector.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 01051 |
| Date reported | December 8, 2000 |
| Date initiated | December 8, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 500,000 |
| 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
Consumers should cut the red plastic string connector off of these toys immediately, or return it to the firm to receive a free r…
- Check the recall number (01051) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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