CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Basketball Sets

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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

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