CPSCDecember 12, 2001

CPSC, Kids II Inc. Announce Recall of Pop Links Toys

CPSC, Kids II Inc. Announce Recall of Pop Links Toys

Why was CPSC, Kids II Inc. Announce Recall of Pop Links Toys recalled?

The tips on the links, that snap together like a chain, can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the Pop Links toys away from young children and return them to Kids II for a replacement toy. Contact: Consumers can contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 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
Pop Links toys
Company
Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
Quantity
About 20,000
Sold at
Mass merchandise and juvenile specialty stores nationwide sold the Pop Links, between June 2001 and November 2001, for about $4.
Recall date
December 12, 2001
Incidents / injuries
Kids II has received 11 reports of tips on the links breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

Pop Links model 883 with a date code "ND1" molded on the tips of the links are involved in this recall. The toys come in a variety of bright colors with unique shapes and various textures. There are 12 links in a package. The links snap together, creating a chain of links. Kids II Pop Links that do not have a date code "ND1" are not subject to this recall.

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