CPSC, Playskool Announce Recall of Magic Start Crawl 'n Stand Toys Sold Only at Wal-Mart
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-04-15). Hazards: fall, tip over. About 300,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 03107 |
| Published | 2003-04-15 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-28 |
| Product category | Toy Miscellaneous |
| Products | Magic Start Crawl 'n Stand |
| Firm named in the title | Playskool |
| Firms | Playskool, of Pawtucket, R.I. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 300,000 |
| Hazard classes | fall, tip over |
| Remedy classes | replace |
| Sold | Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these toys, from November 2002 through April 2003, for about $14. |
Description
The Playskool® Magic Start Crawl 'n Stand is a multicolor plastic toy with a round base and three arched legs that support an electronic activity center. When crawling babies touch the frame of the toy, music, lights and spinning balls are activated. Babies can pull themselves up on the legs of the toy to play at the activity center. The Playskool logo is imprinted into the plastic base and on top of the activity center. Writing under the activity center includes "ITEM # 06952" and "Made in China."
Hazard
The toy, which is designed to encourage crawling babies to pull themselves up and stand, can tip over during use and strike falling babies in the head, face or neck, resulting in injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should take this toy away from children immediately and contact Playskool to get information on how to return the product to receive a free replacement item of similar value.
Incidents and injuries
Playskool has received 44 reports of the toys tipping over during use. There have been 26 reports of babies suffering injuries, including one minor concussion and various bumps, bruises, black eyes and cut lips.
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