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ChokingSeptember 17, 2026CPSC #26775

Esjay US Recalls Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking; Violates Small Parts Ban

Product
Toys & Games
Units affected
276,000
Remedy
replacement, repair

What was recalled

This recall involves Esjay Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys. The busy boards are made of blue felt, have carrying handles, elastic cords and button closures. The front is printed with various cartoon dinosaurs, and the back is printed with 26 small squares, each corresponding to a letter of the alphabet. Each square contains the letter and a cartoon animal. The busy boards have five pages in total and the page with red knobs is the second page.

Hazard

The recalled toy violates the small parts ban because the product is for children under three years of age and the red knobs can detach, posing a deadly choking hazard.

Injuries

None reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Sold Online At: Amazon.com from March 2023 to July 2026 for between $18 and $30.

Photos

Recalled Esjay Busy BoardRecalled Esjay Busy Board – Page with Red Knobs
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