Hasbro Inc. Recall of NERF® Big Play Football™

NERF® Big Play Football™

Date of Recall
2004-01-30

CPSC Release Number
04-074

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 294,000

Manufacturer
Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I.

Sold By
Toys R Us, Wal-Mart, Target, KB Toys stores and other toy retailers nationwide from August 2003 to January 2004 for about $10.

Problem/Hazard
The football contains a hard plastic interior frame that can pose a risk of facial cuts if a child is hit during play.

Injuries/Incidents
There have been nine reports of facial injuries, including eight requiring stitches or medical attention.

Description
The NERF® Big Play Football™ is a red and silver NERF football with a silver flip-open top that reveals an erasable writing pad to plan football plays on in the center of the ball. The NERF name, an NFL logo and a large black “X” are on the silver region of the football. Mike Vick’s signature in red also is written on the football, and his photo is on the packaging.

Remedy
Consumers should stop using this football immediately and return it to the company for a replacement NERF product of equal value. Hasbro will provide consumers with a postage-prepaid label to return the product.

Consumer Contact
Consumers should contact Hasbro, Inc. at (866) 637-3244 anytime, or go to www.nerf.com.

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