CPSC, Schylling Associates Inc. Announce Recall of More "Jack-In-the-Box" Type Toys
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2547.
Two designs of the "Jack-In-the-Box" type toys are included in this recall, both of which play "Pop Goes the Weasel" when the crank is turned. One is based on Dr. Seuss' "Cat in the Hat", and the other is based on Ian Falconer's "Olivia the Pig" character. The Cat in the Hat box is red, yellow and blue and has a black and white cat dressed in a red and white hat that pops out of the box. "CAT IN THE HAT" is written on the box lid. The Olivia box is black- and salmon-colored with "CIRCUS" written around the top sides. The Olivia character dressed as clown pops out. Schylling Associates Inc. previously recalled a Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" type toy in November with the same hazard.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2547.
Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.
✅ 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 Specialty Stores, Gift Shops, Department Stores And Book Stores Nationwide, From June 2003 Through November 2003, For About $25. 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-2547.
Call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.schylling.com
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Specialty Stores, Gift Shops, Department Stores And Book Stores Nationwide, From June 2003 Through November 2003, For About $25. Recall FAQ
Specialty Stores, Gift Shops, Department Stores And Book Stores Nationwide, From June 2003 Through November 2003, For About $25. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, Schylling Associates Inc. Announce Recall of More "Jack-In-the-Box" Type Toys. The notice was published on December 12, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 14,000 units are potentially affected.