MEGA Brands Recalls MagnaMan Magnetic Action Figures; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
MagnaMan Magnetic Toy Figures
Date of Recall
2008-03-17CPSC Release Number
08-222Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 779-7122Units
About 1.3 millionDistributor
MEGA Brands America Inc., of Livingston, N.J.Sold By
Wal-Mart, Target, Toys R Us, K-Mart and other toy stores nationwide from January 2005 through December 2007 for about $10.Problem/Hazard
Small magnets inside the figures can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.Injuries/Incidents
MEGA Brands and CPSC have received 25 reports of magnets coming loose from the figures. No injuries have been reported.Description
The recalled MagnaMan magnetic toys are figures that have body parts that attach with magnets. They come in either a “Futuristic Warrior” or “Ancient Warrior” theme. Each figure comes with three accessories.| Name | Color | Model # | Name | Model # | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alien | Green | 28170 | Robot Assortment | 28198 | |
| Robotor | Red | 28171 | Vac Metal | 28327 | |
| Flame | Orange | 28172 | 4-Pack | 28175 | |
| Gigantor | Blue | 28173 | 3-Pack | 28393 | |
| Toyoto the Samurai | Purple | 28164 | 2-Pack | 28392 | |
| Sir Lancelot the Knight | Gray | 28165 | Vac Metal Assortment | 28327 | |
| Eric the Viking | Blue | 28166 | Assortment | 28254 or 28199 | |
| Brutus the Gladiator | Yellow | 28167 |
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled toys immediately and return them to MEGA Brands for a free replacement toy.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact MEGA Brands at (800) 779-7122 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.megabrands.comRecall Comments
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