Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2001-05-10T00:00:00
Product: Grow-to-Pro Basketball Set
Company: Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y.
Hazard: Some of the nets have enlarged openings. If children put their heads into these enlarged openings, the net can get tangled around their necks and they could strangle.
Description: The recalled Grow-to-Pro Basketball set has a black pole that adjusts from 3 to 6 feet. A nylon net with an orange plastic hoop is attached to the pole, along with a gray backboard. The Fisher-Price logo is on the front of the backboard; and the model number, 72408, along with the words, "Made in U.S.A." are on the other side of the backboard.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the basketball set immediately. Consumers should call Fisher-Price to order a free replacement net.
Incidents / Injuries: Fisher-Price has not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Recall Number: 01149
Product Type: Other Children’s Product
Hazard Type: Other Safety Hazard