The Gymboree Corp. Toy Swords recall: Breakage and Laceration Hazard
The Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard
Why was The Gymboree Corp. Toy Swords recalled?
The swords can break, creating a sharp point, which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. Consumers also can contact Gymboree to receive instructions on returning the swords via mail. Contact: For further information, contact Gymboree toll-free at (877) 449-6932 between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.gymboree.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
- Toy Pirate Swords
- Company
- The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 6,000
- Sold at
- Gymboree stores nationwide and its Web site from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $12 and $15.
- Recall date
- October 18, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- Gymboree has received 11 reports of the sword breaking. No injuries have been reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
This recall involves a toy pirate sword with SKU number 140025491-GYS049. The SKU number is printed on the price tag above the bar code. The sword is made of plastic, and has a gold-colored handle and a gray plastic blade. The sword is about 19 inches long.