CPSC, Small World Toys Announce Recall of Sorter Toys
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-07-25). Hazards: choking. About 880 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 02213 |
| Published | 2002-07-25 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-02 |
| Product category | Toy Blocks/Sorting |
| Products | Sort & See sorting box toys |
| Firm named in the title | Small World Toys |
| Firms | Small World Toys, of Culver City, Calif. (manufacturer) |
| Units (US) | 880 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Toy stores sold the sorters nationwide, from May 2002 through June 2002, for about $20. |
Description
The recalled "Sort & See" sorting box is made of hardwood and comes with eight shaped blocks of various colors. Each block is filled with beads that are visible through plastic windows. The wooden box has a clear plastic top and cutouts on two sides, that correspond with the shapes of the blocks. The words "Ryan's Room" are printed on one side of the sorter box.
Hazard
The plastic windows on the "see-inside" sorting blocks can break, causing the beads inside to be released. This presents a choking hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled shape sorters away from children immediately and return the toys to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
Small World has received one report of a sorter block breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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