CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.

In Conjunction with
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2011/11920r-eng.php
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • November 16, 2011

Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard

The inner tube is part of the three-piece Fruit Tutu Bikini swimwear set for teddy bears, which includes a two-piece fruit-print bikini. The inner tube is 9 inches in diameter and pink with white and yellow flowers printed on it. The model number of the swimwear set is 017220 and is located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the company's website at www.buildabear.com

Recall Details

Sold At
Build-A-Bear Workshop® stores nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from April 2011 to August 2011 for $12.50.
Injuries
Build-A-Bear received one report of an incident in which a 3-year-old girl pulled the inner tube over her head and had difficulty removing it.
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
12041

Product Information

Product Name
Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube
Product Type
Swimming
Number of Units
About 19,720 units in the United States and 1,100 units in Canada
Imported By
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis
Manufactured In
China

Register This Product

Contact Manufacturer

Use the contact information below to reach out about this recall:

Phone (866) 236-5683
Website www.buildabear.com
Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® toll-free at (866) 236-5683 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Saturday, or visit the company's website at www.buildabear.com