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ChokingFebruary 3, 2010CPSC #10132

Dollar General Recalls Toy Guns Due to Choking Hazard

Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
9,600
Remedy
refund, replacement

What was recalled

This recall includes a Special Forces Weapons and Accessories Set and a SWAT Police Play Equipment Set. Each set includes two toy guns and related accessories. The number 48JQH09 is printed on the right side of the larger gun included in the recalled sets.

Hazard

The orange tips located at the end of the toy guns' barrels, which are designed to distinguish them from real guns, can easily be removed from the barrels, posing a choking hazard to children.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Dollar General stores in 35 states from September 2009 through October 2009 for about $5.

Photos

Picture of Special Forces Weapons and Accessories SetPicture of SWAT Police Play Equipment Set
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