Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported October 10, 2002
CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Stuffed Pool Animal
The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard to young children.
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Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. recalled There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall: crab, du… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Stuffed Pool Animal was recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. in October 10, 2002. Reason: The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard …. Remedy: Consumers should take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and retu…. Verify recall #03011 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard ….
- Moderate
- severity level
- October 10, 2002
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03011 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #03011) was formally reported on October 10, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 310,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose 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 take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. - 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.
Outdoor & Sports recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 510 outdoor & sports recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 310,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall: crab, duck, frog, octopus, seahorse, shark, turtle and whale. The brightly colored stuffed animals have a sewn-in label that reads in part, "DOLLAR TREE DISTRIBUTION, INC.," "MADE IN CHINA" and "RN# 87254."
Reason for recall
The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03011 |
| Date reported | October 10, 2002 |
| Date initiated | October 10, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va. |
| Affected scope | About 310,000 |
| 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 take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for…
- Check the recall number (03011) 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? ▼
There are eight types of stuffed polyester pool animals involved in this recall: crab, duck, frog, octopus, seahorse, shark, turtle and whale. The brightly colored stuffed animals have a sewn-in label that reads in part, "DOLLAR TREE DISTRIBUTION, INC.," "MADE IN CHINA" and "RN# 87254.". Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.. Units affected: About 310,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The seams can separate, exposing the polyester stuffing and foam beads. The foam beads pose a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these stuffed animals away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 10, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03011.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (03011) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported October 10, 2002. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.