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BRIO® Corp. Recalls Pull-Along Snail Toy Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: March 8, 2006 Initiated: March 8, 2006 #06108

Product Description

The recalled BRIO Pull-along Snail is made of wood. The body of the snail is painted red and it has yellow wheels. The toy has item number 30368 written on the packaging. The snail measures 6 inches long and 4.5 inches high with natural wood and spring antennae. On the back of the snail is a removable green bell rattle with a yellow swirl and multi-colored posts. The rattle measures 2.25 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. A BRIO logo is printed on the back end of the snail and a yellow cord is attached at the front.

Reason for Recall

The snail toy is sold with a rattle containing a bell. The rattle can come apart, and the bell poses a small parts choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers who purchased this toy should take it away from their child immediately and contact BRIO® for information on how to receive a free replacement product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled BRIO Pull-along Snail is made of wood. The body of the snail is painted red and it has yellow wheels. The toy has item number 30368 written on the packaging. The snail measures 6 inches long and 4.5 inches high with natural wood and spring antennae. On the back of the snail is a removable green bell rattle with a yellow swirl and multi-colored posts. The rattle measures 2.25 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. A BRIO logo is printed on the back end of the snail and a yellow cord is attached at the front.. Recalled by BRIO® Corp. of Germantown, Wis., a subsidiary of BRIO AB, of Sweden. Units affected: About 2.100.
Why was this product recalled?
The snail toy is sold with a rattle containing a bell. The rattle can come apart, and the bell poses a small parts choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers who purchased this toy should take it away from their child immediately and contact BRIO® for information on how to receive a free replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 8, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06108.