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CPSC recall · Reported December 17, 2014

Wegmans Food Markets Recalls Moody Face Stress Balls Due to Choking Hazard

These rubber stress balls can break into pieces when squeezed, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
15048
Affected scope
7000
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The CPSC recalled The Gift Gallery Moody Face Stress Balls are solid rubber balls that you can squeeze in y….

Wegmans Food Markets Recalls Moody Face Stress Balls Due to Choking Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 17, 2014. Reason: These rubber stress balls can break into pieces when squeezed, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these stress balls and return them to any Wegmans…. Verify recall #15048 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-These rubber stress balls can break into pieces when squeezed, posing a choking hazard to young children..

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agency class
7K units
affected scope
December 17, 2014
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #15048 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls - 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.

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Product description

The Gift Gallery Moody Face Stress Balls are solid rubber balls that you can squeeze in your hand. These stress balls were sold in five colors: blue, green, orange, red and yellow and have black eyes and mouth as a smiley face printed on the front with pink, orange or yellow yarn hair on top. The balls measure about 2.5 inches in diameter. The stress balls were packaged in a clear bag with a white square label that has the "Gift Gallery" logo, model number 205617 and UPC code 0-67103-30053-6.

Reason for recall

These rubber stress balls can break into pieces when squeezed, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using these stress balls and return them to any Wegmans service desk for 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 15048
Date reported December 17, 2014
Date initiated December 17, 2014
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope 7000
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.

Scale of Impact

7000 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using these stress balls and return them to any Wegmans service desk for a full refund.

  • Check the recall number (15048) 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?
The Gift Gallery Moody Face Stress Balls are solid rubber balls that you can squeeze in your hand. These stress balls were sold in five colors: blue, green, orange, red and yellow and have black eyes and mouth as a smiley face printed on the front with pink, orange or yellow yarn hair on top. The balls measure about 2.5 inches in diameter. The stress balls were packaged in a clear bag with a white square label that has the "Gift Gallery" logo, model number 205617 and UPC code 0-67103-30053-6.. Units affected: 7000.
Why was this product recalled?
These rubber stress balls can break into pieces when squeezed, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using these stress balls and return them to any Wegmans service desk for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 17, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 15048.
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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