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CPSC, BRIO® Corporation and Small World Toys Announce Recall of Snail Pull Toy

Reported: July 25, 2002 Initiated: July 25, 2002 #02211

Product Description

The recalled Plan Toys pull-along snail is a bright green, yellow and red wooden pull toy. The snail measures 10 inches long and 4 inches high and is pulled by a nylon string attached to the underside of the toy. On the snail head are two yellow protruding pegs that extend about 1 inch from the body. The pegs are painted black and white to depict eyeballs. A stamp on the bottom of the head displays the Plan Toys logo and the words "Made in Thailand."

Reason for Recall

The eyes on the pull toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take these pull toys away from children immediately and call BRIO® for a refund. Consumers should return the recalled pull toys to BRIO Corp., SAFETY RECALL - Snail, N120 W18485 Freistadt Road, Germantown, WI 53022.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-BRIO-Corporation-and-Small-World-Toys-Announce-Recall-of-Snail-Pull-Toy-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled Plan Toys pull-along snail is a bright green, yellow and red wooden pull toy. The snail measures 10 inches long and 4 inches high and is pulled by a nylon string attached to the underside of the toy. On the snail head are two yellow protruding pegs that extend about 1 inch from the body. The pegs are painted black and white to depict eyeballs. A stamp on the bottom of the head displays the Plan Toys logo and the words "Made in Thailand.". Recalled by Small World Toys of Culver City, Calif.. Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The eyes on the pull toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these pull toys away from children immediately and call BRIO® for a refund. Consumers should return the recalled pull toys to BRIO Corp., SAFETY RECALL - Snail, N120 W18485 Freistadt Road, Germantown, WI 53022.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 25, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02211.

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