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Miniland Educational Recalls Moogy Plush Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: April 15, 2016 Initiated: April 15, 2016 #16145

Product Description

This recall involves Moogy plush fastening toys for toddlers between 12 and 36 months of age. The toy has zippers, buttons, buckles and laces. The Moogy toy has a blue and green face, red ears, a blue jacket with a red zipper, pink/red striped pants and pink and orange shoes with polka dots. Moogy measures about 18 ½ inches tall. "Miniland," item number R.96295 and lot number 0115 1402813 085 are printed on a white tag sewn into the toy's pants.

Reason for Recall

The red button on the Moogy plush toy's left pocket and the snap button on the right pocket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Miniland Educational for instructions on destroying and disposing of the Moogy in order to receive a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 2,000 (in addition, 100 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Moogy plush fastening toys for toddlers between 12 and 36 months of age. The toy has zippers, buttons, buckles and laces. The Moogy toy has a blue and green face, red ears, a blue jacket with a red zipper, pink/red striped pants and pink and orange shoes with polka dots. Moogy measures about 18 ½ inches tall. "Miniland," item number R.96295 and lot number 0115 1402813 085 are printed on a white tag sewn into the toy's pants.. Recalled by Miniland Educational Corp., of Miami, Fla.. Units affected: About 2,000 (in addition, 100 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The red button on the Moogy plush toy's left pocket and the snap button on the right pocket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Miniland Educational for instructions on destroying and disposing of the Moogy in order to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 15, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16145.