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Family Dollar Recalls Magnetic Dart Boards; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards

Reported: February 22, 2008 Initiated: February 22, 2008 #08201

Product Description

The magnetic dart board is about 15 inches wide with a black, white, green, and red bulls eye checkered design and was sold with six 4-inch-long magnetic darts. The darts magnetically adhere to the dart board when thrown. "Made in China" is embossed on the back of the board.

Reason for Recall

Small magnets at the ends of the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return the board and all of the darts to a Family Dollar store for a refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 250,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Family-Dollar-Recalls-Magnetic-Dart-Boards-Ingested-Magnets-Pose-Aspiration-and-Intestinal-Hazards

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The magnetic dart board is about 15 inches wide with a black, white, green, and red bulls eye checkered design and was sold with six 4-inch-long magnetic darts. The darts magnetically adhere to the dart board when thrown. "Made in China" is embossed on the back of the board.. Units affected: About 250,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Small magnets at the ends of the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return the board and all of the darts to a Family Dollar store for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 22, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08201.

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