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CPSC, XL Machine Ltd. Announce Recall of Playskool Toy Chests Sold at Target

Reported: September 4, 2002 Initiated: September 4, 2002 #02243

Product Description

These blue toy chests measure 18.5-inches by 12-inches by 12- inches, and were sold under the Playskool brand name. On the toy chest lid top are depictions of "Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head" characters and the "PLAYSKOOL" logo. The front panel has a "Glow Worm" figure and a dog. The bottom of the toy chests contains "DISTRIBUTED BY: XL MACHINE LTD, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55347." The chests were made in China.

Reason for Recall

Screws in the chests' lid support hinges can loosen over time, and come out from the base of the toy chests. If this happens, the lids of the toy chests can collapse suddenly, possibly causing injuries to children's head, neck, fingers or hands.

Remedy

Consumers should take these toy chests away from young children immediately and return them to the Target store where it was purchased for a refund or store credit.

Details

Units Affected
About 3,300
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2002/CPSC-XL-Machine-Ltd-Announce-Recall-of-Playskool-Toy-Chests-Sold-at-Target-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
These blue toy chests measure 18.5-inches by 12-inches by 12- inches, and were sold under the Playskool brand name. On the toy chest lid top are depictions of "Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head" characters and the "PLAYSKOOL" logo. The front panel has a "Glow Worm" figure and a dog. The bottom of the toy chests contains "DISTRIBUTED BY: XL MACHINE LTD, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55347." The chests were made in China.. Recalled by XL Machine Ltd., of Eden Prairie, Minn.. Units affected: About 3,300.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Screws in the chests' lid support hinges can loosen over time, and come out from the base of the toy chests. If this happens, the lids of the toy chests can collapse suddenly, possibly causing injuries to children's head, neck, fingers or hands.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these toy chests away from young children immediately and return them to the Target store where it was purchased for a refund or store credit.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 4, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02243.

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