CPSC, American Greetings Corp. Announce Recall of Cloth Santa Decorations Sold at Wal-Mart
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2003-11-26). Models: 121J. About 500 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04042 |
| Published | 2003-11-26 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-10 |
| Product category | Holiday Items (except lights) |
| Products | Cloth Santa decoration |
| Firm named in the title | American Greetings Corp. |
| Firms | American Greetings Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 500 |
| Model numbers | 121J |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Wal-Mart stores nationwide, from October 2003 through November 2003, for less than $5. |
Description
This is an 8-inch, stuffed, plush Santa decoration with a bean bag-type fill material. Santa is outfitted in a traditional red and white suit with black and white spotted trim. He is wearing green gloves and black boots. Model #UX UGF 121J and UPC 61526 09253 are written on the display tag.
Hazard
The beaded nose on the cloth Santa decoration could detach, posing an aspiration hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove these decorations from any display and keep out of reach of children. Consumers should return the item to Wal-Mart for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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