Recall: Guidecraft Recalls Twist 'n Sort Toys Due to Choking Hazard
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 20, 2011 Release #12-014 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (888) 824-1308 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 |
Guidecraft Recalls Twist ‘n Sort Toys Due to Choking Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Twist and Sort Toys
Units: About 760
Manufacturer: Guidecraft Inc., of Winthrop, Minn.
Hazard: The small pegs on three of the four posts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves Twist ‘n Sort wooden toys. The toy has a square base, four posts and twelve primary-colored game pieces that can be arranged to fit over the posts. Product number “712” is printed on underside of base.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide, catalogs and online from September 2009 through November 2010 for about $20.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a replacement or another product of equal value.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at (888) 824-1308 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.guidecraft.com