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CPSC, HearthSong Announce Recall of "Happyvillagers" Toy Sets

Reported: August 4, 2003 Initiated: August 4, 2003 #03550

Product Description

The Happyvillagers are made with birchwood and painted with various villager images. The sets were sold separately with 12 villagers per set and as a part of the Happyville Special set that included a set of 35 Happyville Blocks. Only the Happyvillagers are included in the recall.

Reason for Recall

The head can detach from the body of the villagers, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the Happyvillagers away from young children immediately and return to HearthSong for a full refund including the cost of postage. Send the Happyvillagers to HearthSong, Attn: Returns, 3700 Wyse Road, Dayton, OH 45414-2541

Details

Units Affected
3,250 sets (12 villagers per set)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Happyvillagers are made with birchwood and painted with various villager images. The sets were sold separately with 12 villagers per set and as a part of the Happyville Special set that included a set of 35 Happyville Blocks. Only the Happyvillagers are included in the recall.. Recalled by HearthSong, of Madison, Va.. Units affected: 3,250 sets (12 villagers per set).
Why was this product recalled?
The head can detach from the body of the villagers, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take the Happyvillagers away from young children immediately and return to HearthSong for a full refund including the cost of postage. Send the Happyvillagers to HearthSong, Attn: Returns, 3700 Wyse Road, Dayton, OH 45414-2541
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 4, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03550.