The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·77004·Announced 1977-01-14

Electronic Creations Recalls Teletone Phonograph Toys Due to Shock Hazard

Electronic Creations is recalling Teletone Model 54740 phonograph toys because the case can split open, exposing live electrical parts and posing a shock 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 (electric shock) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Electronic Creations Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling the Teletone Model 54740 Solid State Phonograph toys. The recall was initiated after the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) determined that the toy fails to comply with Federal regulations for electrically operated toys and is banned from sale.

The hazard involves a possible electric shock to the user. During testing by CPSC staff, the phonograph case split open, exposing the live parts of the mechanism. Additionally, the power cord is not adequately secured to the unit and is shorter than the minimum required length of 5 feet. No injuries associated with this product have been reported.

The affected phonographs are packaged in a cardboard box with a blue, black, and white label reading "Solid State Phonograph Teletone" and "Model 54740." The case is brown and white plaid and white pressboard. Approximately 4,200 units were distributed nationwide to department stores, toy stores, electronic stores, and other retail outlets, selling for about $20.95.

Consumers should return the phonograph to the place of purchase or directly to Electronic Creations Co., Inc. at 444 South 9th Avenue, Mt. Vernon, New York 10550 for a full refund.

The recalled product

Product
Solid State Teletone Phonograph toys
Manufacturer
Electronic Creations
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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