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CPSC, Avon Products Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Jack-In-the-Box Toys

Reported: December 29, 2003 Initiated: December 29, 2003 #04528

Product Description

The Jack-In-the-Box toy is battery-operated, and has two yellow sides, two red sides, and a blue top and bottom. "THE LEARNING JOURNEY" is printed on the bottom of the toy. Model number F483361 is printed on the bottom of the packaging.

Reason for Recall

A spring mechanism attached to the lid can break and detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Call Avon for information on how to receive instructions to remove the spring mechanism. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Jack-In-the-Box toy is battery-operated, and has two yellow sides, two red sides, and a blue top and bottom. "THE LEARNING JOURNEY" is printed on the bottom of the toy. Model number F483361 is printed on the bottom of the packaging.. Recalled by The Learning Journey International, L.L.C., of Phoenix, Ariz.. Units affected: 56,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A spring mechanism attached to the lid can break and detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Call Avon for information on how to receive instructions to remove the spring mechanism. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 29, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04528.