Target Recalls Dive Sticks Due to Impalement Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-11-19). About 365,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 09048 |
| Published | 2008-11-19 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Swimming Pool Items |
| Products | Dive Sticks |
| Firm named in the title | Target |
| Firms | Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 365,000 |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Target stores nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $1. |
Description
The recalled dive sticks were sold in a bundle of three in multiple colors: light blue, aqua green, fluorescent yellow, royal blue, and red. The tag accompanying the dive sticks contains: "Dive Toys" or "Diving Game" and has a white small parts warning label in the upper right hand corner. The words "Made in China" are printed in the lower right hand corner.
Hazard
The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an impalement hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled dive sticks away from young children immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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