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Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Recalls Christmas Mug Gift Sets

Reported: December 19, 2006 Initiated: December 19, 2006 #07064

Product Description

The gift sets include a decorated ceramic mug and a stuffed Santa, snowman, or reindeer. The stuffed characters measure 7 inches tall and are made of fleece-like material. Two red and green buttons are sewn down the front of the characters. "©DanDee™ COLLECTOR'S CHOICE®" and the product's UPC number are printed on the character's sewn-in labels. UPC numbers are as follows: Santa 0 47475 45419 8, Snowman 0 47475 45429 7, Reindeer 0 47475 45439 6. "Holiday Time™" is printed on the character's hang tag. The mug comes in three designs and measures 6 inches tall. The designs include a Santa with green background, a snowman with blue background, and a Christmas tree with green background.

Reason for Recall

The buttons could detach from the plush characters sold with the mug gift sets, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the plush character away from small children and return it to their nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 70,300 units

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The gift sets include a decorated ceramic mug and a stuffed Santa, snowman, or reindeer. The stuffed characters measure 7 inches tall and are made of fleece-like material. Two red and green buttons are sewn down the front of the characters. "©DanDee™ COLLECTOR'S CHOICE®" and the product's UPC number are printed on the character's sewn-in labels. UPC numbers are as follows: Santa 0 47475 45419 8, Snowman 0 47475 45429 7, Reindeer 0 47475 45439 6. "Holiday Time™" is printed on the character's hang tag. The mug comes in three designs and measures 6 inches tall. The designs include a Santa with green background, a snowman with blue background, and a Christmas tree with green background.. Units affected: About 70,300 units.
Why was this product recalled?
The buttons could detach from the plush characters sold with the mug gift sets, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the plush character away from small children and return it to their nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 19, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 07064.