The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08037·Announced 2007-10-18

Gymboree Recalls Toy Pirate Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard

Gymboree is recalling toy pirate swords because they can break and create sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.

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 risk-of-harm product (laceration hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a score of 3 (High) according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The Gymboree Corp. is recalling about 6,000 toy pirate swords due to a breakage and laceration hazard. The recalled swords are made of plastic, feature a gold-colored handle and a gray plastic blade, and are approximately 19 inches long. The specific product is identified by SKU number 140025491-GYS049, which is printed on the price tag above the bar code.

The swords can break, creating a sharp point that poses a laceration hazard to consumers. Gymboree has received 11 reports of the sword breaking, but no injuries have been reported. The products were sold at Gymboree stores nationwide and on the company's website from August 2007 through September 2007 for between $12 and $15.

Consumers should immediately stop using the swords and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Gymboree to receive instructions on returning the swords via mail. For further information, consumers can contact Gymboree toll-free at (877) 449-6932 or visit www.gymboree.com.

The recalled product

Product
Toy Pirate Swords
Manufacturer
The Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
6,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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