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ChokingMay 17, 2017CPSC #17155

Douglas Recalls Plush Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Brand
Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
25,000
Remedy
refund, replacement

What was recalled

This recall involves the Oliver™ the Bear, Chewie™ the English Bulldog, and Charlotte™ the Fox model plush toys. Oliver the Bear is a brown and tan stuffed bear, with a blue t-shirt that reads "Oliver the Bear" and a red, removable cape. Chewie is a stuffed, brown and white English Bulldog with a blue patch sewn on the chest that reads "Chewie." Charlotte is a stuffed, brown, black and white Fox with removable blue cape. Each of these toys has a sewn-in label with the words "DOUGLAS® the cuddle toy."

Hazard

The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Injuries

Douglas has received two reports of the plastic eyes detaching or loosening. No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Specialty toy and gift stores nationwide from July 2014 to April 2017 for about $20. Also distributed by UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) to various individuals and organizations.

Photos

Chewie the English BulldogOliver the BearCharlotte the Fox
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