CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
Small magnets at the ends of the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Magnetic Dart Boards Recalled By Henry Gordy Int'l; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
This recall involves magnetic dartboards with a black, green, blue, and white checkered design, and a red bulls eye. The magnetic dartboards measure about 5 ½ inches wide and were sold with two 2 ¾-inch long magnetic darts. The darts magnetically attract to the dart board.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnetic boards away from children and return them by first class mail to: Henry Gordy International Inc., 809A Market Street, Hermann, MO 65041 for a full refund including tax and shipping costs.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Henry Gordy International Inc., at (888) 790-2700 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2002 through March 2008 for about $1.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
08244
Product Information
Product Name
Fun 'N Games Magnetic Dart Boards
Product Type
Darts/Dart Boards
Number of Units
About 870,000
Imported By
Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J.
Manufactured In
China