Recall Category: Kids Recalls
Recall Date: 2002-10-17T00:00:00
Product: Stuffed Teddy Bears
Company: IKEA stores nationwide sold the bears, from August 2001 through September 2002, for about $2.
Hazard: The plastic beads inside of the bears could come out of the seams, posing an aspiration hazard to young children, who could inhale the small beads.
Description: The recalled SNUTTIG Bear Soft Toys are red, yellow, blue and black and are about six inches tall. The bears have a contrasting color on the nose, ears, and feet. The name "SNUTTIG," the model number 700- 371-56, the manufacturer code 17596 and the words "Made in Indonesia" are all printed on the product label.
Remedy: Consumers should take these bears away from young children immediately and return them to an IKEA store for a $5 gift card towards another IKEA product.
Incidents / Injuries: IKEA has not received any report of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Recall Number: 03020
Product Type: Toys / Play Products
Hazard Type: Other Safety Hazard