HearthSong Recall of Children's Toy Balls

Peek-a-Boo Ball

Date of Recall
2004-08-06

CPSC Release Number
04-571

Manufactured In
Thailand

Units
About 22,500

Manufacturer
HearthSong Inc., of Madison, Va.

Sold By
Exclusively through HearthSong's catalog and Web site from October 2001 through March 2004 for about $10.

Problem/Hazard
The wooden rings on the holes of the product may crack, allowing the small wooden heads to fall out and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received one report of a child placing the small wooden head in its mouth. No injuries have been reported.

Description
The recalled toy is a blue wooden ball with six holes located equally around the ball. Each hole contains a small wooden head with a smiling face in various colors.

Remedy
HearthSong will notify all known purchasers by mail regarding a refund and a discount towards the next purchase.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, call HearthSong toll-free at (888) 623-6557 anytime or log onto the company's Web site at www.hearthsong.com

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