RadioShack Corp. Recalls Toy Pliers Due to Choking Hazard

Child Guidance Toy Pliers

Date of Recall
2006-03-28

CPSC Release Number
06-121

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 843-7422

Units
About 25,000

Importer
RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas

Sold By
RadioShack stores nationwide and the RadioShack Web site from August 2004 through February 2006 for about $6.

Problem/Hazard
The toy's sliding yellow knob can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents
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.

Description
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."

Remedy
Consumers should take these toy pliers away from children and return them to any RadioShack store for a refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 anytime, or go to the firm's Web site at www.radioshack.com

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