PlainRecalls
CPSC Moderate Active

Hachette Book Group Recalls Children's Books Due To Choking and Laceration Hazards

Reported: September 11, 2013 Initiated: September 11, 2013 #13284

Product Description

The board-shaped children's books have cut out covers that serve as a handle and include an embedded bar in the handle with beads for children to play with. "Ages 3+" is printed on the back covers and the ISBN numbers are also on the back covers near the bar code. Two titles are included: Count my Kisses, 1, 2, 3, ISBN: 978-0-316-13354-8, has five colored cylindrical wooden beads with printed hearts on the rod; and, Red, Green, Blue, I Love You, ISBN: 978-0-316-13353-1, has five colored circular wooden beads on the metal rod.

Reason for Recall

A metal rod holding small beads on the cover of books can detach and release small parts that present a choking hazard. A detached metal bar can expose a sharp edge posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled books away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 70,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The board-shaped children's books have cut out covers that serve as a handle and include an embedded bar in the handle with beads for children to play with. "Ages 3+" is printed on the back covers and the ISBN numbers are also on the back covers near the bar code. Two titles are included: Count my Kisses, 1, 2, 3, ISBN: 978-0-316-13354-8, has five colored cylindrical wooden beads with printed hearts on the rod; and, Red, Green, Blue, I Love You, ISBN: 978-0-316-13353-1, has five colored circular wooden beads on the metal rod.. Units affected: About 70,000.
Why was this product recalled?
A metal rod holding small beads on the cover of books can detach and release small parts that present a choking hazard. A detached metal bar can expose a sharp edge posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled books away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 11, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 13284.