Wooden Animal Pull Along Toy – ‘Turtle Maze of Small Beads’
- Affected
- Wooden pull-along toy in the form of a turtle with four spherical wheels, and a wire maze on the shell. Supplied in white and blue cardboard packaging with Chinese and English writing. Product packaging also states ‘wooden wisdom toys’ and ‘turtle maze of small beads’.
- The problem
- Product presents a high choking risk due to access to small parts and an excessively long cord.
- What to do
- The listings have been taken down. If you bought one, stop using it and contact the seller for a refund.
Product information
| Type | Toys – pull along toy |
|---|---|
| eBay item number | 143625552001 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Product description | Wooden pull-along toy in the form of a turtle with four spherical wheels, and a wire maze on the shell. Supplied in white and blue cardboard packaging with Chinese and English writing. Product packaging also states ‘wooden wisdom toys’ and ‘turtle maze of small beads’. |
| Product Report and Image | Link to product image and PDF |
Hazard
Multiple small parts are detachable including the beads and head below the minimum prescribed force of 90N. The beads present a serious risk of choking for children. The product also contained a pull cord with a length of 534mm, in excess of the maximum permitted length of 300mm, presenting a risk of suffocation. The cord also contains a sphere at the end which could allow the cord to tangle.
This product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action
The product has been recalled from end users.
The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (eBay).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2012-0242
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 12 March 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.