Magnetic Dart Boards Recalled By Henry Gordy Int'l; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards

Fun ‘N Games Magnetic Dart Boards

Date of Recall
2008-04-08

CPSC Release Number
08-244

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(888) 790-2700

Units
About 870,000

Importer
Henry Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J.

Sold By
Family Dollar stores nationwide from September 2002 through March 2008 for about $1.

Problem/Hazard
Small magnets at the ends of the darts 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
None reported.

Description
This recall involves magnetic dartboards with a black, green, blue, and white checkered design, and a red bulls eye. The magnetic dartboards measure about 5 ½ inches wide and were sold with two 2 ¾-inch long magnetic darts. The darts magnetically attract to the dart board.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnetic boards away from children and return them by first class mail to: Henry Gordy International Inc., 809A Market Street, Hermann, MO 65041 for a full refund including tax and shipping costs.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Henry Gordy International Inc., at (888) 790-2700 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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