RadioShack Corp. Recalls Toy Pliers Due to Choking Hazard
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The hazard
The toy's sliding yellow knob can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents reported: RadioShack has received three reports of the sliding yellow knob on these toys detaching. In two of these reports, children were found to be mouthing these knobs. No injuries have been reported.
What to do now
Consumers should take these toy pliers away from children and return them to any RadioShack store for a refund.
Contact: For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or go to the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com
About this recall
The recall involves the Child Guidance "Busy Baby Activity Tool Pliers," which are about 6 inches long. The plastic toy has an orange handle, a red center knob and a yellow sliding knob on the side. The red center knob has "child GUIDANCE" written on it. The battery-operated toy makes various electronic sounds, plays music and has flashing lights. The pliers also contain multicolored beads. A label on the back reads, "RadioShack."
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC