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CPSC recall · Reported March 19, 2014

Ganz Recalls Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal Toys Due to Choking Hazard

The stuffed animals' eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
14135
Affected scope
About 8,200
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Ganz USA LLC, Marietta, Ga. recalled This recall involves three styles of plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toys by Ganz. They i….

Ganz Recalls Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal Toys Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by Ganz USA LLC, Marietta, Ga. in March 19, 2014. Reason: The stuffed animals' eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Ganz f…. Verify recall #14135 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Ganz USA LLC, Marietta, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The stuffed animals' eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14135 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 three styles of plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toys by Ganz. They include an 8-inch Grumpy Cat in laying position, a 5-inch long sitting Grumpy Cat and a 4-inch Grumpy Cat key clip. The toys are multi-colored in white with dark brown, light brown and gray fur material. Grumpy Cat toys have blue crystal eyes with the eye lids half closed, a down-turned mouth and white whiskers. This toy is labeled for ages 3 and older. The Grumpy Cat key chain has a black plastic key clip at the top of the cat's head. The recalled toys have batch numbers 86754 or 224861, and model numbers printed on the sewn-in label located near the tail of the cat. The recalled toys model and batch numbers are: Description Model Batch 1 Batch 2 Grumpy Cat 8" Laying HGC12974 86754 224861 Grumpy Cat 5" Sitting HGC12982 86754 224861 Grumpy Cat Key Clip HGC12983 86754 224861

Reason for recall

The stuffed animals' eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Ganz for a free replacement Grumpy Cat product of equivalent value or a full 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 14135
Date reported March 19, 2014
Date initiated March 19, 2014
Recalling firm Ganz USA LLC, Marietta, Ga.
Affected scope About 8,200
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 the recalled toys away from children and contact Ganz for a free replacement Grumpy Cat product…

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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 three styles of plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toys by Ganz. They include an 8-inch Grumpy Cat in laying position, a 5-inch long sitting Grumpy Cat and a 4-inch Grumpy Cat key clip. The toys are multi-colored in white with dark brown, light brown and gray fur material. Grumpy Cat toys have blue crystal eyes with the eye lids half closed, a down-turned mouth and white whiskers. This toy is labeled for ages 3 and older. The Grumpy Cat key chain has a black plastic key clip at the top of the cat's head. The recalled toys have batch numbers 86754 or 224861, and model numbers printed on the sewn-in label located near the tail of the cat. The recalled toys model and batch numbers are: Description Model Batch 1 Batch 2 Grumpy Cat 8" Laying HGC12974 86754 224861 Grumpy Cat 5" Sitting HGC12982 86754 224861 Grumpy Cat Key Clip HGC12983 86754 224861. Recalled by Ganz USA LLC, Marietta, Ga.. Units affected: About 8,200.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The stuffed animals' eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Ganz for a free replacement Grumpy Cat product of equivalent value or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 19, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 14135.
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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