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CPSC and Random House Announce Recall of Children's Book

Reported: February 20, 2002 Initiated: February 20, 2002 #02103

Product Description

The board books are constructed of heavy cardboard with Monsters Inc. cartoon characters on each page. The title "MONSTERS IN THE CLOSET" is printed with orange letters highlighted in yellow on the front cover of the books. The books have a hole at the top of the back cover, to allow them to hang on a door knob. The books have been printed in English and Spanish languages. "Made in China" is printed on the back of the book.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9.

Details

Units Affected
About 39,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-and-Random-House-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Book-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The board books are constructed of heavy cardboard with Monsters Inc. cartoon characters on each page. The title "MONSTERS IN THE CLOSET" is printed with orange letters highlighted in yellow on the front cover of the books. The books have a hole at the top of the back cover, to allow them to hang on a door knob. The books have been printed in English and Spanish languages. "Made in China" is printed on the back of the book.. Recalled by Random House Inc., of New York, N.Y.. Units affected: About 39,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 20, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02103.

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