Suave Kids Bath Sets Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Choking, Other Hazards
Recall 06267 · Sep 27, 2006 · Almar Sales Co.
11,000
units affected
11,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06267
- Date
- Sep 27, 2006
- Company
- Almar Sales Co.
- Units affected
- 11,000
- Product
- Suave Kids Bath Set
- Product type
- Toys for Bathtub
- Hazard
- Choking
The product
This recall involves "Suave" brand bath sets that contain a 2-in-1 shampoo, bath sponge, and various other toy animal and character bath products. The baths sets are packaged in brightly colored vinyl bags with a clear window. Style numbers involved in this recall are: SVK 9498, 9499, 9501, 9506, 9507 and 9508. The style numbers are located on the back and/or bottom right corner of the package, above the UPC code.
What can happen
Items in the baths sets contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children. Additionally, some of the handles on the carrying case are long enough to pose a strangulation hazard. Also, the plastic carrying case poses a danger of suffocation.
The fix
Consumers should stop using these bath sets and either dispose of them or return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No injuries or incidents have been reported.
- Sold at
- Wal-Mart stores nationwide from March 2006 through June 2006 for about $10.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled suave kids bath set?
Consumers should stop using these bath sets and either dispose of them or return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
Items in the baths sets contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children. Additionally, some of the handles on the carrying case are long enough to pose a strangulation hazard. Also, the plastic carrying case poses a danger of suffocation.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.