CPSC, IKEA Announce Recall of Stuffed Teddy Bears
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2002-10-17). Models: 700, 371-56. About 7,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03020 |
| Published | 2002-10-17 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-30 |
| Product category | Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed |
| Products | Stuffed Teddy Bears |
| Firm named in the title | IKEA |
| Firms | IKEA, of Plymouth Meeting, Pa. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | Indonesia |
| Units (US) | 7,000 |
| Model numbers | 700, 371-56 |
| Sold | IKEA stores nationwide sold the bears, from August 2001 through September 2002, for about $2. |
Description
The recalled SNUTTIG Bear Soft Toys are red, yellow, blue and black and are about six inches tall. The bears have a contrasting color on the nose, ears, and feet. The name "SNUTTIG," the model number 700- 371-56, the manufacturer code 17596 and the words "Made in Indonesia" are all printed on the product label.
Hazard
The plastic beads inside of the bears could come out of the seams, posing an aspiration hazard to young children, who could inhale the small beads.
Remedy
Consumers should take these bears away from young children immediately and return them to an IKEA store for a $5 gift card towards another IKEA product.
Incidents and injuries
IKEA has not received any report of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
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