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CPSC recall · Reported October 21, 2011

Target Recall Children's Frog Masks Due to Suffocation Hazard

The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.

Recall #
12017
Affected scope
About 3,400
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves child-sized frog-themed animal masks. The plush mask is green with y… - a moderate-severity action.

Target Recall Children's Frog Masks Due to Suffocation Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in October 21, 2011. Reason: The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suff…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take masks from young children and return the product to any…. Verify recall #12017 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suff….

Moderate
severity level
October 21, 2011
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #12017 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #12017) was formally reported on October 21, 2011. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,400.

The documented reason for this recall is: The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should immediately take masks from young children and return the product to any Target store for a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Children & Baby Products recalls over time

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 3,400

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves child-sized frog-themed animal masks. The plush mask is green with yellow and red highlights. There are two eye cutouts and a green elastic band with a fastener used to secure the mask at the back of the child's head. UPC code 06626491474 is printed on a label attached to the mask.

Reason for recall

The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take masks from young children and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 12017
Date reported October 21, 2011
Date initiated October 21, 2011
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 3,400
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 take masks from young children and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.

  • Check the recall number (12017) 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

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 child-sized frog-themed animal masks. The plush mask is green with yellow and red highlights. There are two eye cutouts and a green elastic band with a fastener used to secure the mask at the back of the child's head. UPC code 06626491474 is printed on a label attached to the mask.. Units affected: About 3,400.
Why was this product recalled?
The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child's face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take masks from young children and return the product to any Target store for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 21, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12017.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (12017) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported October 21, 2011. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.