CPSC and Random House Announce Recall of Children's Book
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-02-20). Hazards: choking. About 39,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02103 |
| Published | 2002-02-20 |
| Last updated | 2025-08-20 |
| Product category | Books & Accessories |
| Products | Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book |
| Firm named in the title | Random House |
| Firms | Random House Inc., of New York, N.Y. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 39,000 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Book, specialty stores and online retailers sold these books nationwide, from October 2001 through January 2002, for about $8. |
Description
The board books are constructed of heavy cardboard with Monsters Inc. cartoon characters on each page. The title "MONSTERS IN THE CLOSET" is printed with orange letters highlighted in yellow on the front cover of the books. The books have a hole at the top of the back cover, to allow them to hang on a door knob. The books have been printed in English and Spanish languages. "Made in China" is printed on the back of the book.
Hazard
The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Random House have not received any reports of injuries involving this book. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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