Target Recalls Dive Sticks Due to Impalement Hazard

Dive Sticks

Date of Recall

2008-11-19

CPSC Release Number

09-048

Manufactured In

China

Company Phone Number

(800) 440-0680

Units

About 365,000

Importer

Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Sold By

Target stores nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008 for about $1.

Problem/Hazard

The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an impalement hazard to young children. CPSC banned pre-weighted dive sticks in 2001.

Injuries/Incidents

None reported.

Description

The recalled dive sticks were sold in a bundle of three in multiple colors: light blue, aqua green, fluorescent yellow, royal blue, and red. The tag accompanying the dive sticks contains: “Dive Toys” or “Diving Game” and has a white small parts warning label in the upper right hand corner. The words “Made in China” are printed in the lower right hand corner.

Remedy

Consumers should take the recalled dive sticks away from young children immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.target.com

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