The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·89048·Announced 1989-06-06

Toys R Us Recalls Toot Toot Tug Boat Due to Choking Hazard

Toys R Us is recalling Primex Toot Toot Tug boats because wheels may detach, exposing a small metal rod that poses a choking risk 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 criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Toys "R" Us, Inc. is voluntarily recalling the Primex/Shyf #4768 Toot Toot Tug toy boat due to a potential choking hazard. The product is a pull toy with a whistle, made in Chile, and age-labeled for children 18 months and up. The hazard exists because the toy's wheels may come off easily, causing a small metal rod to fall out, which could be ingested by a child.

Approximately 5,200 of these toy boats were sold nationwide from August to December 1988 through Toys "R" Us, Inc. stores for approximately $4.99. Neither the CPSC nor Toys "R" Us, Inc. is aware of any injuries associated with the toy boats, but the recall is being conducted to prevent potential harm.

Consumers should take the toy away from children and return it to the nearest Toys "R" Us, Inc. store for a full refund of the purchase price. Questions about the recall can be directed to Toys "R" Us, Inc. at 1-800-548-0364.

The recalled product

Product
Toys "R" Us, Inc. Recalls Toot Toot Tug Boat Because Of Potential Choking Hazards
Manufacturer
Toys R Us
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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