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CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys

Category
Units Affected
11,200
Recall Date
February 27, 2003
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Choking
Discount Department Stores Sold These Recalled Toys, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For About $7. recall product photo 1

CPSC Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2359.

The recalled toy is a small plush bug with two springy black antennae with orange round fabric ends. The bug has a blue stuffed round face with a red musical nose that blinks when pressed. The body of the bug is segmented in various colors and patterns. Striped elastic legs are attached to the body along with crinkly, iridescent wings. "Smart Scents," and "Made In China" are printed on a label on the side of the bug. The UPC code 778267862920 is on the packaging.

Corrective Action (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2359.

Consumers should take the plush toys away from young children and return to the place of purchase or mail the toy to The Betesh Group at One East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016, Att: Consumer Relations, to receive a refund, including postage.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Discount Department Stores Sold These Recalled Toys, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For About $7. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.

Consumer Contact (per CPSC)

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-2359.

For additional information, contact Betesh toll free at (800) 929-4666.

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Discount Department Stores Sold These Recalled Toys, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For About $7. Recall FAQ

Discount Department Stores Sold These Recalled Toys, From August 2002 Through January 2003, For About $7. is the subject of a toys recall: CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys. The notice was published on February 27, 2003 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 11,200 units are potentially affected.