CPSC and Division Sales Announce Recall of Baby Buzz Infant
Toys
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer
Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Division Sales Inc. of
Chicago, Ill., is recalling over 26,000 Baby Buzz stretch
mobiles. The toy presents a risk of strangulation if hung
across a crib or playpen. It is not labeled to warn
consumers about the risk and not to attach the toy to a crib
or playpen.
CPSC and Division Sales are not aware of any injuries
involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to
prevent the possibility of injury.
The recalled toy consists of four plastic balls,
measuring 1.5 inches in diameter, along with some plastic
animal figures strung on a piece of elastic. The plastic
balls and animal figures come in a variety of colors, such
as purple, orange, red, blue, green, and yellow. There is a
white plastic hook on each end for attaching the toy to a
stroller, carriage, swing, or infant seat. The toy makes a
rattle sound when shaken, and some of the plastic items are
imprinted with the word, "China." The toys were packaged in
a clear plastic bag with a multi-colored cardboard header
labeled, "Baby Buzz Baby Stretch Mobile." A picture of a bee
holding a rattle also appears on the header.
Dollar Value and other discount stores sold the toys
nationwide from December 1995 to December 1996 for about $1.
Consumers should stop using the recalled toys
immediately, and return them to the store where purchased
for a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recall
can call Division Sales at (800) 621-8134, or write the
company at 1311 Meacham Road, Itasca, Ill. 60143.