High risk Recalled February 20, 2002 About 39,000 units Updated August 20, 2025

CPSC and Random House Announce Recall of Children's Book

Choking

The hazard

The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents reported: CPSC and Random House have not received any reports of injuries involving this book. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

What to do now

Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9.

Contact: For additional information, contact Random House at (800) 493-0009 \ between 9 a.m and 5 p.m.ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.randomhouse.com

About this recall

The board books are constructed of heavy cardboard with Monsters Inc. cartoon characters on each page. The title "MONSTERS IN THE CLOSET" is printed with orange letters highlighted in yellow on the front cover of the books. The books have a hole at the top of the back cover, to allow them to hang on a door knob. The books have been printed in English and Spanish languages. "Made in China" is printed on the back of the book.

Product photos

Recalled Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book
Recalled Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book
Recalled Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book - Spanish
Recalled Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book - Spanish

Photos: U.S. CPSC