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CPSC recall · Reported February 26, 2004

CPSC, Schylling Associates Announce Recall of Wooden Music Radio Boxes

A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point.

Recall #
04088
Affected scope
15,600
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Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. recalled The recalled "Picture Radio" song boxes have a wind-up knob, picture window, flexible ant….

CPSC, Schylling Associates Announce Recall of Wooden Music Radio Boxes was recalled by Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. in February 26, 2004. Reason: A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a…. Remedy: Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for in…. Verify recall #04088 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a….

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agency class
16K units
affected scope
February 26, 2004
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04088 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. 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, 6 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

The recalled "Picture Radio" song boxes have a wind-up knob, picture window, flexible antenna, and wooden carrying handle. The music boxes come in three designs: "The A, B, C Song," "Old MacDonald has a farm," and "Mary had a little lamb." Each plays the respective song when the main dial is turned. The "A,B,C" box has a red front, yellow knobs, and lettering on the front and back; the "Old MacDonald" box has a yellow front, blue knobs, and a farm scene on the front and back; and the "Mary had a little lamb" box has a blue front, yellow knobs, and pastoral scene on the front and back. The bottom of the music boxes reads, "More Fun From Schylling."

Reason for recall

A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point.

Remedy, what to do

Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy.

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 04088
Date reported February 26, 2004
Date initiated February 26, 2004
Recalling firm Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.
Affected scope 15,600
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

15,600 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) -
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) ✓ This recall
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

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

Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free …

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled "Picture Radio" song boxes have a wind-up knob, picture window, flexible antenna, and wooden carrying handle. The music boxes come in three designs: "The A, B, C Song," "Old MacDonald has a farm," and "Mary had a little lamb." Each plays the respective song when the main dial is turned. The "A,B,C" box has a red front, yellow knobs, and lettering on the front and back; the "Old MacDonald" box has a yellow front, blue knobs, and a farm scene on the front and back; and the "Mary had a little lamb" box has a blue front, yellow knobs, and pastoral scene on the front and back. The bottom of the music boxes reads, "More Fun From Schylling.". Recalled by Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.. Units affected: 15,600.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point.
What should consumers do? ▼
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 26, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04088.
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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