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CPSC recall · Reported May 14, 2009

Folding Toy Beach Chairs Recalled by Build-A-Bear Workshop Due to Laceration Hazard

This toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding.

Recall #
09220
Affected scope
About 260,000 chairs in the United States and 9,700 in Canada
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves a wood frame, canvas seat, toy beach chair for stuffed animals. Some….

Folding Toy Beach Chairs Recalled by Build-A-Bear Workshop Due to Laceration Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 14, 2009. Reason: This toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding.. Remedy: Return the toy beach chair to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive an $8 USD/$10 CD…. Verify recall #09220 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-This toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding..

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May 14, 2009
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #09220 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 wood frame, canvas seat, toy beach chair for stuffed animals. Some styles include an attached pillow. The toy chairs are blue (style #'s 002281, 004463, 009907, 011565, 102281, 109907, 111565), red (style #'s 007391, 011566, 107391, 111566), fuchsia/white stripe (style #'s 013226, 113226), Orange/white stripe (style #'s 013227, 113227).

Reason for recall

This toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding.

Remedy, what to do

Return the toy beach chair to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive an $8 USD/$10 CDN store coupon. If it is not possible to return the toy chair to a store, you can contact the company for alternate instructions on receiving a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 09220
Date reported May 14, 2009
Date initiated May 14, 2009
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 260,000 chairs in the United States and 9,700 in Canada
Distribution Not disclosed
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Return the toy beach chair to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive an $8 USD/$10 CDN store coupon. If it is not possible to…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves a wood frame, canvas seat, toy beach chair for stuffed animals. Some styles include an attached pillow. The toy chairs are blue (style #'s 002281, 004463, 009907, 011565, 102281, 109907, 111565), red (style #'s 007391, 011566, 107391, 111566), fuchsia/white stripe (style #'s 013226, 113226), Orange/white stripe (style #'s 013227, 113227).. Units affected: About 260,000 chairs in the United States and 9,700 in Canada.
Why was this product recalled?
This toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding.
What should consumers do?
Return the toy beach chair to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive an $8 USD/$10 CDN store coupon. If it is not possible to return the toy chair to a store, you can contact the company for alternate instructions on receiving a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 14, 2009. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 09220.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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