CPSC, Simon & Schuster Announce Recall of Children's Books
Reported: September 17, 2003 Initiated: September 17, 2003 #03186
Product Description
The heavy-cardboard book has "Whose Birthday Is It?" printed on the cover in yellow letters. Dora the Explorer cartoon characters are pictured on each page. A cutout in the top left corner of book has a small plastic replica of a balloon attached. The yellow and orange balloon is used as a slide to reveal answers to questions in the book.
Reason for Recall
A plastic replica of a balloon, attached to the book, can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and contact Simon & Schuster, to receive a replacement book.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Simon and Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y.
- Units Affected
- 26,000
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The heavy-cardboard book has "Whose Birthday Is It?" printed on the cover in yellow letters. Dora the Explorer cartoon characters are pictured on each page. A cutout in the top left corner of book has a small plastic replica of a balloon attached. The yellow and orange balloon is used as a slide to reveal answers to questions in the book.. Recalled by Simon and Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y.. Units affected: 26,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A plastic replica of a balloon, attached to the book, can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and contact Simon & Schuster, to receive a replacement book.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 17, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03186.
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