CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The felt ears and limbs on the pop-up characters can detach or come apart when pulled, which may pose a choking hazard to young children.
Children's Cloth Books Recalled by Simon & Schuster
This recall involves Curious Buddies cloth books titled "Hello, Curious Buddies!" Pictured on the cover of the books are the Curious Buddies' characters. Inside the book are two plush pop-up toy characters.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately clip off the felt ears and limbs of the pop-up characters and place them out of a child's reach. Simon and Schuster will provide consumers with information on how to return the felt pieces or the copyright tag from the book to receive a free replacement book.
Contact Information
For more information, call Simon & Schuster at (800) 732-9531 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.simonsays.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Bookstores, discount department stores and other retailers nationwide from October 2005 through May 2006 for about $10.
Injuries
Simon & Schuster has received reports of two 6-month-old infants who detached felt from the pop-up parts of the book. One child was able to mouth the torn material. No injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
Simon & Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Recall Number
06189
Product Information
Product Name
Curious Buddies Children's Books
Product Type
Books & Accessories
Number of Units
About 9,000
Manufacturer Name
Simon & Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China