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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.

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.