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ChokingOctober 8, 1999CPSC #00002

CPSC, Gateway Announce Recall of Foam Rubber Toy Cows

Brand
Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
Not stated
Remedy
contact manufacturer

What was recalled

These cows are white with black spots. They are about 4.5 inches long and 3 inches high. "Gateway" is written in green on the cows' backs.

Hazard

Small pieces of these foam rubber cows can tear away, posing a serious choking hazard to young children.

Injuries

Gateway has received three reports, by consumers in the U.S., of small pieces of these cows tearing away. There have been no reports of any injuries.

Where it was sold

  • Gateway stores distributed the cows, from September 1997 through September 1999, as a giveaway with a computer purchase. A small number were sold separately for about $4.

Photos

Recalled Gateway toy cows
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