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CPSC, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Announce Recall of Woody Dolls

Reported: January 24, 2003 Initiated: January 24, 2003 #03098

Product Description

The recalled doll is a cowboy named Woody, a character in the animated films Toy Story and Toy Story II. The Woody doll is a soft-bodied doll with soft plastic head, hands, boots and hat; wearing blue jeans a red/yellow-checked shirt, a black/white-spotted vest with a sheriff's badge, a red-patterned bandana, and is 13 inches tall. A label sewn into the left side seam of the doll reads, "WALT DISNEY WORLD®" on one side and "©DISNEY, ALL NEW MATERIALS, POLYESTER FIBERS," several State license numbers, and "WALT DISNEY ATTRACTIONS, LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL, PRODUCT OF CHINA" on the other side. Only the Woody dolls described above are included in the recall. Additionally, the talking versions of the Woody doll are not part of this recall.

Reason for Recall

The Woody doll's clothing has buttons that can detach, posing a choking hazard for young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the doll away from children and contact Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to receive a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled doll is a cowboy named Woody, a character in the animated films Toy Story and Toy Story II. The Woody doll is a soft-bodied doll with soft plastic head, hands, boots and hat; wearing blue jeans a red/yellow-checked shirt, a black/white-spotted vest with a sheriff's badge, a red-patterned bandana, and is 13 inches tall. A label sewn into the left side seam of the doll reads, "WALT DISNEY WORLD®" on one side and "©DISNEY, ALL NEW MATERIALS, POLYESTER FIBERS," several State license numbers, and "WALT DISNEY ATTRACTIONS, LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL, PRODUCT OF CHINA" on the other side. Only the Woody dolls described above are included in the recall. Additionally, the talking versions of the Woody doll are not part of this recall.. Units affected: About 40,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The Woody doll's clothing has buttons that can detach, posing a choking hazard for young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the doll away from children and contact Walt Disney Parks and Resorts to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 24, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03098.