The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·94041·Announced 1994-03-01

Pier 1 Imports Recalls Wooden Pull Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Pier 1 Imports is recalling three wooden pull toys because wooden beads and chips can break off, posing 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 High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Pier 1 Imports is voluntarily recalling three styles of wooden pull toys: a gray elephant, a red and black soldier, and a brown bear. These toys, which feature a wooden base with wheels and a pull string with a bead, were sold in Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide during the 1993 holiday season for $7.99. Each toy is approximately 6 inches high, 6 inches long, and 3 inches wide, and bears a white sticker on the underside of the base reading "Made in Sri Lanka 1197598 100/1001 7.99."

The recall was initiated after CPSC testing revealed that the small wooden beads at the end of the pull strings separated during tension testing. Additionally, various other wood chips separated during impact testing. These detached parts present a potential choking hazard to young children. Neither CPSC nor Pier 1 Imports is aware of any injuries involving these pull toys.

Consumers are urged to take the pull toys away from young children immediately. They should return the toys to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or an exchange for other merchandise. Questions about the recall can be directed to Pier 1 Imports at 1-800-245-4595.

The recalled product

Product
Pier 1 Imports wooden pull toys
Manufacturer
Pier 1 Imports
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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