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CPSCRecalled Sep 4, 2002 · #02243

CPSC, XL Machine Ltd. Announce Recall of Playskool Toy Chests Sold at Target

Hazard

Screws in the chests' lid support hinges can loosen over time, and come out from the base of the toy chests. If this happens, the lids of the toy chests can collapse suddenly, possibly causing injuries to children's head, neck, fingers or hands.

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Playskool Toy Chests
Type
Toy Chests/Trunks
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Target stores sold the toy chest nationwide, from October 2001 through December 2001, for about $50.
Made in
China

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice