CPSC, Little Tikes Co. Announce Recall of Lobster Toy Attached to Stationary Entertainer

Recalled December 6, 2001 · CPSC recall 02057 · Little Tikes

Hazard

The antennae on the lobster toy can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should remove the lobster toy from the entertainer immediately and contact Little Tikes for a replacement toy.

Units

About 260

Incidents / injuries

No injuries or incidents have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Description

The recall involves Ocean Friends Stationary Entertainer model 4629 GIG. The model number is located underneath the entertainer's tray. The green tray on the stationary entertainer is supported by three adjustable legs and has the words "Little Tikes" printed across the front. The seat, patterned with colorful pictures of sea animals, sits in the center of the unit and swivels so the child can play with the nine toys attached to the tray. The recalled lobster toy is red with black antennae. Only lobsters with black antennae are involved in this recall.

What to do

Consumers should remove the lobster toy from the entertainer immediately and contact Little Tikes for a replacement toy.

Contact

For more information, consumers can contact Little Tikes toll-free at (888) 883-7662 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.littletikes.com

Product

Lobster toy (attached to Ocean Friends Stationary Entertainer)

Manufacturer(s)

Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio

Retailers

Toys R Us stores sold the stationary entertainer with the lobster toy nationwide, between October 2001 and November 2001, for about $60.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →