The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04523·Announced 2003-12-12

First & Main Recalls Flutterby Plush Toys Due to Choking Hazard

First & Main Inc. is recalling Flutterby plush toys because decorative gem stones on the wings could detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a choking hazard for young children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

First & Main Inc. is recalling approximately 2,300 Flutterby plush toys. The toys are winged horses in pink, blue, or purple with small plastic gem stones attached to the wings. The decorative gem stones could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The toys were sold at flower shops and small gift shops nationwide from July 2002 through November 2002 for about $15. The toys have labels reading "First & Main, Inc., Lombard, IL, Flutterby, Item No. 4005." No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the toys immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumers may also contact First & Main Inc. at (800) 726-1400 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.firstandmain.com/recall.asp.

The recalled product

Product
Flutterby Plush Toys
Hazard
Affected units
2,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.