CPSC recall · Reported October 18, 2007
The Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard
The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. recalled This recall involves a toy pirate sword with SKU number 140025491-GYS049. The SKU number ….
The Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard was recalled by The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. in October 18, 2007. Reason: The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store …. Verify recall #08037 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. issued this CPSC recall-The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers..
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- agency class
- October 18, 2007
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08037 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.
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Product description
This recall involves a toy pirate sword with SKU number 140025491-GYS049. The SKU number is printed on the price tag above the bar code. The sword is made of plastic, and has a gold-colored handle and a gray plastic blade. The sword is about 19 inches long.
Reason for recall
The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. Consumers also can contact Gymboree to receive instructions on returning the swords via mail.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 08037 |
| Date reported | October 18, 2007 |
| Date initiated | October 18, 2007 |
| Recalling firm | The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif. |
| Affected scope | About 6,000 |
| 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.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. Consumers also can co…
- Check the recall number (08037) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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