CPSC, XL Machine Ltd. Announce Recall of Playskool Toy Chests Sold at Target
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2212.
These blue toy chests measure 18.5-inches by 12-inches by 12- inches, and were sold under the Playskool brand name. On the toy chest lid top are depictions of "Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head" characters and the "PLAYSKOOL" logo. The front panel has a "Glow Worm" figure and a dog. The bottom of the toy chests contains "DISTRIBUTED BY: XL MACHINE LTD, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55347." The chests were made in China.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2212.
Consumers should take these toy chests away from young children immediately and return them to the Target store where it was purchased for a refund or store credit.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Target Stores Sold The Toy Chest Nationwide, From October 2001 Through December 2001, For About $50. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2212.
For more information, contact XL Machine toll-free at (866) 746-8097 anytime, or go to Target's web site at www.target.com
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Target Stores Sold The Toy Chest Nationwide, From October 2001 Through December 2001, For About $50. Recall FAQ
Target Stores Sold The Toy Chest Nationwide, From October 2001 Through December 2001, For About $50. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, XL Machine Ltd. Announce Recall of Playskool Toy Chests Sold at Target. The notice was published on September 4, 2002 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 3,300 units are potentially affected.