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Douglas Recalls Plush Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Reported: May 17, 2017 Initiated: May 17, 2017 #17155

Product Description

This recall involves the Oliver™ the Bear, Chewie™ the English Bulldog, and Charlotte™ the Fox model plush toys. Oliver the Bear is a brown and tan stuffed bear, with a blue t-shirt that reads "Oliver the Bear" and a red, removable cape. Chewie is a stuffed, brown and white English Bulldog with a blue patch sewn on the chest that reads "Chewie." Charlotte is a stuffed, brown, black and white Fox with removable blue cape. Each of these toys has a sewn-in label with the words "DOUGLAS® the cuddle toy."

Reason for Recall

The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toys away from young children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 25,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the Oliver™ the Bear, Chewie™ the English Bulldog, and Charlotte™ the Fox model plush toys. Oliver the Bear is a brown and tan stuffed bear, with a blue t-shirt that reads "Oliver the Bear" and a red, removable cape. Chewie is a stuffed, brown and white English Bulldog with a blue patch sewn on the chest that reads "Chewie." Charlotte is a stuffed, brown, black and white Fox with removable blue cape. Each of these toys has a sewn-in label with the words "DOUGLAS® the cuddle toy.". Recalled by Douglas Company Inc., of Keene, N.H.. Units affected: About 25,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toys away from young children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 17, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17155.