CPSC, Creative Consumer Concepts Inc. and Whataburger Inc. Announce Recall of Kid's Meal Toys
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 01-135 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 26, 2001
- Brand
- Creative Consumer Concepts
- Category
- Toys and games
- Products
- Whatagear compass toys
- Hazard
- Choking and ingestion hazard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestion
- Units
- About 330,000
- Last updated by CPSC
- February 25, 2026
What was recalled
The "Whatagear" compass is a plastic toy with a compass in its center. The toys have varied features, such as flashlights, magnifying lenses or tools. They come in various solid colors. The back of the compass reads, "WHATAGEAR" and "WHATABURGER."
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Whatagear compass toys · About 330,000 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Whataburger Restaurants in Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas distributed the toys, from March 2001 through April 2001.; Creative Consumer Concepts Inc., of Overland Park, Kan.; Whataburger Inc., of Corpus Christi, Texas.
Injuries or incidents reported
Creative Consumer Concepts, Inc. has received four reports of the lens covers of the compass toys coming off. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For more information, call Creative Consumer Concepts toll-free at (866) 327-2216 anytime; write to: Creative Consumer Concepts Inc., ATTN: Compass, 10955 Granada Lane, Overland Park, KS 66211; or go to the firm's website at www.c3.to
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 156 recalls in the toys and games category, 71 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Whatagear compass toys (About 330,000 units). The "Whatagear" compass is a plastic toy with a compass in its center.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Choking and ingestion hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately, and return the toy to any Whataburger Restaurant, for a free replacement toy.
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