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Dollar General Recalls Toy Guns Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: February 3, 2010 Initiated: February 3, 2010 #10132

Product Description

This recall includes a Special Forces Weapons and Accessories Set and a SWAT Police Play Equipment Set. Each set includes two toy guns and related accessories. The number 48JQH09 is printed on the right side of the larger gun included in the recalled sets.

Reason for Recall

The orange tips located at the end of the toy guns' barrels, which are designed to distinguish them from real guns, can easily be removed from the barrels, posing a choking hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy guns away from children and return them to any Dollar General for a full refund or a replacement product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall includes a Special Forces Weapons and Accessories Set and a SWAT Police Play Equipment Set. Each set includes two toy guns and related accessories. The number 48JQH09 is printed on the right side of the larger gun included in the recalled sets.. Units affected: About 9,600.
Why was this product recalled?
The orange tips located at the end of the toy guns' barrels, which are designed to distinguish them from real guns, can easily be removed from the barrels, posing a choking hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy guns away from children and return them to any Dollar General for a full refund or a replacement product.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 3, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10132.