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CPSC and Chick-fil-A Inc. Announce Recall of "Planet Discovery" Kid's Meal Toy

Reported: February 8, 2001 Initiated: February 8, 2001 #01081

Product Description

The "Planet Discovery" toys are plastic disks (about 2 to 3 inches in diameter) with a suction cup (about 1.5 inch in diameter) on the back. The toys depict all of the planets plus the moon and the sun. Each toy comes in a plastic bag labeled "Planets: Collect Them All!" A paragraph on the bag also says: "Parents: This toy has been safety-tested for children of all ages." The planet toy itself says "Chick- fil-A Inc. 1999," "1998 Namkung Promotions Inc," and "China."

Reason for Recall

The suction cup on the toy can come off, presenting a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Parents should immediately take away the toy from young children. Throw away the toy or return the planet toys to a Chick-fil-A restaurant for a free replacement premium or a small Icedream®.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The "Planet Discovery" toys are plastic disks (about 2 to 3 inches in diameter) with a suction cup (about 1.5 inch in diameter) on the back. The toys depict all of the planets plus the moon and the sun. Each toy comes in a plastic bag labeled "Planets: Collect Them All!" A paragraph on the bag also says: "Parents: This toy has been safety-tested for children of all ages." The planet toy itself says "Chick- fil-A Inc. 1999," "1998 Namkung Promotions Inc," and "China.". Recalled by 1998 Namkung Promotions Inc, of China. Units affected: About 3.8 million.
Why was this product recalled?
The suction cup on the toy can come off, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Parents should immediately take away the toy from young children. Throw away the toy or return the planet toys to a Chick-fil-A restaurant for a free replacement premium or a small Icedream®.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 8, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 01081.