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Mall of America Recalls Plush Toy Due to Choking Hazard

Recall 10-736 · May 17, 2010 · Mall

What to doConsumers should take the toy away from children and return it to the Nickelodeon Store, Spongebob 4U, or NU Stuff stores in Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America to receive a full refund. Consumers can also contact Mall of America for a full refund or exchange for a different toy of equal value.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
10-736 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 17, 2010
Brand
Mall
Category
Toys and games
Products
Sandy the Squirrel Plush Toys
Hazard
Choking Hazard
Hazard type
Choking and ingestion
Units
About 1200 produced, 11 sold
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves the Sandy the Squirrel plush toy, which measures approximately 1 foot high by 4.5 inches wide. It is a brown and tan plush toy with a purple skirt and bikini top. "Po #: 86849" and the production date of 01/2010 are printed on the toy's smaller white tag.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Sandy the Squirrel Plush Toys · About 1200 produced, 11 sold units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Exclusively at Nickelodeon, 4U and NU stores in the Mall of America in March 2010 for about $10; MOA Entertainment Co. LLC, of Bloomington, Minn..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Nickelodeon Universe toll-free at (877) 336-9716 or visit the firm's Web site at www.nickelodeonuniverse.com

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?

Sandy the Squirrel Plush Toys (About 1200 produced, 11 sold units). 5 inches wide.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should take the toy away from children and return it to the Nickelodeon Store, Spongebob 4U, or NU Stuff stores in Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America to receive a full refund. Consumers can also contact Mall of America for a full refund or exchange for a different toy of equal value.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.