CPSC, Small Small World Announce Recall of Plush Rabbit Toy
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-11-21). Hazards: choking. About 22,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 01039 |
| Published | 2000-11-21 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-24 |
| Product category | Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed |
| Products | Plush rabbit toys: Natalie Nibblenose and Nickie Nibblenose |
| Firm named in the title | Small Small World |
| Firms | Small Small World, of Englewood, N.J. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 22,000 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Specialty stores sold these toys nationwide, from December 1999 through September 2000, for about $6. |
Description
The recall involves two styles of plush rabbit toys: Natalie Nibblenose and Nickie Nibblenose. They are both about 6 inches tall with movable joints, and have bows around their necks. Sewn-on tags on these toys read, "THE BOYDS COLLECTION" and "MADE IN CHINA." Natalie Nibblenose is a white chenille hare. A cardboard tag attached to her with string reads, "NATALIE NIBBLENOSE" and "STYLE # 573300-01." Nickie Nibblenose is a French vanilla and white hare. A cardboard tag attached to him with string reads, "NICKIE NIBBLENOSE" and STYLE #573303-03."
Hazard
The eyes on these toys could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take these toys away from young children immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a free replacement toy.
Incidents and injuries
Small Small World has not received any reports of injuries associated with these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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