MZB · Recalled
MZB Recalls Children's Watches Due to Risk of Skin Irritation
The case-back of the watch can detach and expose the interior to water, posing a risk of skin irritation, redness, rashes or chemical burns.
- Units
- About 1.9 million (in addition, 58,000 were sold in Canada)
- Reports
- 11
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- —
- Price
- $5–$20
- Remedy
- Refund
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Affected
This recall involves 303 styles of "Light Up" watches that are identified by style number. A complete list of the serial numbers is listed on the firm's website http://www.regcen.com. The watches have a flexible plastic wristband sold in multiple colors including pink, pink with white snowflakes, green, blue and navy blue. "MZB" and the style number are printed on the case-back of the watches.
The file
- Sold at
- Kmart, Kohl's, Walmart and other retailers nationwide from October 2012 through June 2015 for between $5 and $20.
- Product type
- Watches
- Made in
- China
- Recalled by
- MZB, of Long Island City, N.Y.
Incident log
The firm has received 11 reports of skin irritations or chemical burns. Six of these consumers have required medical treatment.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled watches away from children and contact MZB for a refund.
MZB toll free at (888) 770-7085 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mzb.com and click on Product Safety Notice tab at the top of the homepage for more information.
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
