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CPSC recall · Reported December 12, 2001

CPSC, Baby Buzz'r International Announce Recall of Toy Baby Buzz'r

The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
02062
Affected scope
About 8,800
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Baby Buzz'r International, of Sandy, Utah recalled Baby Buzz'r is a round plastic baby toy with a face on the front, a red and blue "teethab… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Baby Buzz'r International Announce Recall of Toy Baby Buzz'r was recalled by Baby Buzz'r International, of Sandy, Utah in December 12, 2001. Reason: The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled Baby Buzz'r toys away from young children …. Verify recall #02062 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Baby Buzz'r International, of Sandy, Utah issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children..

Moderate
severity level
December 12, 2001
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #02062 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #02062) was formally reported on December 12, 2001. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Baby Buzz'r International, of Sandy, Utah is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 8,800.

The documented reason for this recall is: The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately take the recalled Baby Buzz'r toys away from young children and contact Baby Buzz'r International to participate in the recall. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 8,800

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

Baby Buzz'r is a round plastic baby toy with a face on the front, a red and blue "teethable ear" on each side, and a yellow circular mirror on the back. The Baby Buzz'r toy has three colored buttons (red, green, blue) on the top of the product. When the buttons are depressed, the toy vibrates, sounds music, or the eyes light up on the toy. Consumers can identify the recalled toys by squeezing the button covers on the top of the toy with pliers. Button covers on toys that are part of the recall can be squeezed out of shape, and button covers on toys not included in the recall can not be squeezed out of shape with pliers. Baby Buzz'r toys currently being sold are not included in this recall.

Reason for recall

The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled Baby Buzz'r toys away from young children and contact Baby Buzz'r International to participate in the recall.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 02062
Date reported December 12, 2001
Date initiated December 12, 2001
Recalling firm Baby Buzz'r International, of Sandy, Utah
Affected scope About 8,800
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 immediately take the recalled Baby Buzz'r toys away from young children and contact Baby Buzz'r International to…

  • Check the recall number (02062) 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Baby Buzz'r is a round plastic baby toy with a face on the front, a red and blue "teethable ear" on each side, and a yellow circular mirror on the back. The Baby Buzz'r toy has three colored buttons (red, green, blue) on the top of the product. When the buttons are depressed, the toy vibrates, sounds music, or the eyes light up on the toy. Consumers can identify the recalled toys by squeezing the button covers on the top of the toy with pliers. Button covers on toys that are part of the recall can be squeezed out of shape, and button covers on toys not included in the recall can not be squeezed out of shape with pliers. Baby Buzz'r toys currently being sold are not included in this recall.. Recalled by Baby Buzz'r International, of Sandy, Utah. Units affected: About 8,800.
Why was this product recalled?
The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Baby Buzz'r toys away from young children and contact Baby Buzz'r International to participate in the recall.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 12, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02062.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (02062) 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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