CPSCNovember 21, 2000

CPSC, Small Small World Announce Recall of Plush Rabbit

CPSC, Small Small World Announce Recall of Plush Rabbit Toy

Why was CPSC, Small Small World Announce Recall of Plush Rabbit recalled?

The eyes on these toys could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should take these toys away from young children immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a free replacement toy. Contact: For more information, call Small Small World at (800) 485-7211 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Plush rabbit toys: Natalie Nibblenose and Nickie Nibblenose
Company
Small Small World, of Englewood, N.J.
Quantity
About 22,000
Sold at
Specialty stores sold these toys nationwide, from December 1999 through September 2000, for about $6.
Recall date
November 21, 2000
Incidents / injuries
Small Small World has not received any reports of injuries associated with these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves two styles of plush rabbit toys: Natalie Nibblenose and Nickie Nibblenose. They are both about 6 inches tall with movable joints, and have bows around their necks. Sewn-on tags on these toys read, "THE BOYDS COLLECTION" and "MADE IN CHINA." Natalie Nibblenose is a white chenille hare. A cardboard tag attached to her with string reads, "NATALIE NIBBLENOSE" and "STYLE # 573300-01." Nickie Nibblenose is a French vanilla and white hare. A cardboard tag attached to him with string reads, "NICKIE NIBBLENOSE" and STYLE #573303-03."

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