Official recall notice
CPSC, Burger King and Alcone Announce Recall of Two Kids Meal Toys
- Recall date
- 2001-07-31
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 2
Why it was recalled
Hazard
The toys can break, causing small beads or balls to be released, which poses a choking or aspiration hazard to young children.
Recommended action
What to do
Parents should immediately take the toys away from children and call Burger King's Consumer Affairs for instructions on returning the toy for a free replacement toy.
Product description
The "Hourglass Space Sprout" is a multi-colored toy with a green smiling head; a clear hourglass, filled with beads; and two red balls with yellow spots as arms. The "Look for Me Bumblebee" has a purple base with a green leaf, a yellow head, and three rings that fit over the head. When the recalled toys are shaken, the beads inside make a rattle sound. On the back of the toys are the words, "Sassy®," "Burger King™," and "MADE IN CHINA." The packaging says, "Toddler Toys For Kids Under Three Years Old."
Reported incidents
Burger King Corporation has received 18 reports of the toys breaking. There are six incidents where children had the balls or beads in their mouth, but no injuries were reported.