Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard
What's being recalled
Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube
Units: About 19,720 units in the United States and 1,100 units in Canada
The inner tube is part of the three-piece Fruit Tutu Bikini swimwear set for teddy bears, which includes a two-piece fruit-print bikini. The inner tube is 9 inches in diameter and pink with white and yellow flowers printed on it. The model number of the swimwear set is 017220 and is located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
Build-A-Bear received one report of an incident in which a 3-year-old girl pulled the inner tube over her head and had difficulty removing it.
What CPSC says to do
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.
How to contact the company
For additional information, contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the company's website at www.buildabear.com
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 12041, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.