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CPSC recall · Reported August 1, 2017

Panelcraft Recalls Children's Building Sets Due to Choking Hazard

The building sets corner welds can break, allowing the panels and frames to separate and release magnets during play. When released, exposed magnets can create a choking hazard.

Recall #
17192
Affected scope
About 2,000
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Panelcraft Inc., of Dearborn, Mich. recalled This recall involves two styles of Panelcraft™ Rainbow magnetic building sets: Rainbow Dr….

Panelcraft Recalls Children's Building Sets Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by Panelcraft Inc., of Dearborn, Mich. in August 1, 2017. Reason: The building sets corner welds can break, allowing the panels and frames to separate and release magnets duri…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled building sets and take them away fro…. Verify recall #17192 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Panelcraft Inc., of Dearborn, Mich. issued this CPSC recall-The building sets corner welds can break, allowing the panels and frames to separate and release magnets duri….

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #17192 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, 6 from CPSC - 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

This recall involves two styles of Panelcraft™ Rainbow magnetic building sets: Rainbow Dream Builder and Rainbow Solid Builder. The solid builder set includes 19 pieces: 11 solid panels in red, yellow, green, blue and purple and 8 white windows that measure 9 inches by 9 inches. The rainbow dream builder set includes 19 windows in red, yellow, green, blue and purple colors that measure 9 inches by 9 inches.

Reason for recall

The building sets corner welds can break, allowing the panels and frames to separate and release magnets during play. When released, exposed magnets can create a choking hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled building sets and take them away from children. Contact the firm to receive a prepaid shipping label for returning the recalled sets for a free replacement set including shipping.

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 17192
Date reported August 1, 2017
Date initiated August 1, 2017
Recalling firm Panelcraft Inc., of Dearborn, Mich.
Affected scope About 2,000
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 stop using the recalled building sets and take them away from children. Contact the firm to receive …

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  • 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?
This recall involves two styles of Panelcraft™ Rainbow magnetic building sets: Rainbow Dream Builder and Rainbow Solid Builder. The solid builder set includes 19 pieces: 11 solid panels in red, yellow, green, blue and purple and 8 white windows that measure 9 inches by 9 inches. The rainbow dream builder set includes 19 windows in red, yellow, green, blue and purple colors that measure 9 inches by 9 inches.. Recalled by Panelcraft Inc., of Dearborn, Mich.. Units affected: About 2,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The building sets corner welds can break, allowing the panels and frames to separate and release magnets during play. When released, exposed magnets can create a choking hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled building sets and take them away from children. Contact the firm to receive a prepaid shipping label for returning the recalled sets for a free replacement set including shipping.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 1, 2017. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 17192.
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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