Guidecraft · Recalled
Guidecraft Recalls Children's Play Theaters Due to Tip-over Hazard
The recalled children's toys can unexpectedly tip over during play, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.
- Units
- About 1,800 in the United States and 350 in Canada
- Reports
- 2
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $180
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves all 4-in-1 dramatic play theaters with model number G51062. The model number is printed on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the center crossbar and on the assembly instructions. The toy has two interchangeable panels with different themes on each side: a puppet theater and diner, or a doctor's office and post office. An assembled play theater measures 4-feet high by 3-feet wide and weighs about 46 pounds.
The file
- Sold at
- Various catalogs, Guidecraft.com and other Internet retailers nationwide from July 2010 through April 2011 for about $180.
- Product type
- Puppet Theaters
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- Guidecraft Inc., of Winthrop, Minn., Mega Profit Trading Ltd., of China
Incident log
Guidecraft has received two reports of tip-over incidents, including one report of a child who suffered minor contusions and abrasions.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a refund or a replacement product.
For additional information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at (888) 824-1308 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.guidecraft.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 13 2012; last revised APR 18 2016.
