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CPSC recall · Reported June 19, 2003

CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Crib Mobile Toys

If batteries used in the mobile leak, the caustic liquid can seep out of the battery compartment, posing a risk of chemical burns to babies.

Recall #
03146
Affected scope
233,000
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Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.y. recalled These are Sparkling Symphony™ Mobile crib toys that attach to the crib side rail and play….

CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Crib Mobile Toys was recalled by Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.y. in June 19, 2003. Reason: If batteries used in the mobile leak, the caustic liquid can seep out of the battery compartment, posing a ri…. Remedy: The firm is providing free repair kits containing a seal for the battery compartment, whi…. Verify recall #03146 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.y. issued this CPSC recall-If batteries used in the mobile leak, the caustic liquid can seep out of the battery compartment, posing a ri….

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233K units
affected scope
June 19, 2003
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03146 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope (see the Recall Profile below) is large enough to require multi-state distribution tracking. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 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.

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Product description

These are Sparkling Symphony™ Mobile crib toys that attach to the crib side rail and play music and lights that are activated by remote control. Four star and moon characters are suspended from the mobile, which turns. The recalled toys have model number 71985 found on both the lower arm of the mobile and the back of the remote control. The Fisher-Price logo appears at the top of the upper arm, over the silver decoration. The recalled mobiles were manufactured from October 1999 through November 2000. A date code is located on the upper arm of the mobile and on the back of the remote control. Consumers should contact Fisher Price with their date code to determine if their mobile is part of the recall.

Reason for recall

If batteries used in the mobile leak, the caustic liquid can seep out of the battery compartment, posing a risk of chemical burns to babies.

Remedy, what to do

The firm is providing free repair kits containing a seal for the battery compartment, which will prevent battery leakage.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 03146
Date reported June 19, 2003
Date initiated June 19, 2003
Recalling firm Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.y.
Affected scope 233,000
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.

Scale of Impact

233,000 units affected - multi-state distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) ✓ This recall
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Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

The firm is providing free repair kits containing a seal for the battery compartment, which will prevent battery leakage.

  • Check the recall number (03146) 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? ▼
These are Sparkling Symphony™ Mobile crib toys that attach to the crib side rail and play music and lights that are activated by remote control. Four star and moon characters are suspended from the mobile, which turns. The recalled toys have model number 71985 found on both the lower arm of the mobile and the back of the remote control. The Fisher-Price logo appears at the top of the upper arm, over the silver decoration. The recalled mobiles were manufactured from October 1999 through November 2000. A date code is located on the upper arm of the mobile and on the back of the remote control. Consumers should contact Fisher Price with their date code to determine if their mobile is part of the recall.. Recalled by Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.y.. Units affected: 233,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
If batteries used in the mobile leak, the caustic liquid can seep out of the battery compartment, posing a risk of chemical burns to babies.
What should consumers do? ▼
The firm is providing free repair kits containing a seal for the battery compartment, which will prevent battery leakage.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 19, 2003. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 03146.
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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