CPSCDecember 6, 2001

CPSC, Little Tikes Co. Announce Recall of Lobster Toy

CPSC, Little Tikes Co. Announce Recall of Lobster Toy Attached to Stationary Entertainer

Why was CPSC, Little Tikes Co. Announce Recall of Lobster Toy recalled?

The antennae on the lobster toy can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should remove the lobster toy from the entertainer immediately and contact Little Tikes for a replacement toy. Contact: For more information, consumers can contact Little Tikes toll-free at (888) 883-7662 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.littletikes.com

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
Lobster toy (attached to Ocean Friends Stationary Entertainer)
Company
Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio
Quantity
About 260
Sold at
Toys R Us stores sold the stationary entertainer with the lobster toy nationwide, between October 2001 and November 2001, for about $60.
Recall date
December 6, 2001
Incidents / injuries
No injuries or incidents have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recall involves Ocean Friends Stationary Entertainer model 4629 GIG. The model number is located underneath the entertainer's tray. The green tray on the stationary entertainer is supported by three adjustable legs and has the words "Little Tikes" printed across the front. The seat, patterned with colorful pictures of sea animals, sits in the center of the unit and swivels so the child can play with the nine toys attached to the tray. The recalled lobster toy is red with black antennae. Only lobsters with black antennae are involved in this recall.

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