CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys

Active Recall Announced February 27, 2003 CPSC #03086

Quick answer

CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys is CPSC recall #03086, announced on February 27, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled toy is a small plush bug with two springy black antennae with orange round fabric ends. The bug has a blue stuffed round face with a red musical nose that blinks when pressed. The body of the bug is segmented in various colors and patterns. Striped elastic legs are attached to the body along with crinkly, iridescent wings. "Smart Scents," and "Made In China" are printed on a label on the side of the bug. The UPC code 778267862920 is on the packaging. The remedy is consumers should take the plush toys away from young children and return to the place of purchase or mail the toy to the betesh group at one east 33rd street, new york, ny 10016, att: consumer relations, to receive a refund, including postage.. Affected brand: The Betesh Group.

Hazard

The recalled toy is a small plush bug with two springy black antennae with orange round fabric ends. The bug has a blue stuffed round face with a red musical nose that blinks when pressed. The body of the bug is segmented in various colors and patterns. Striped elastic legs are attached to the body along with crinkly, iridescent wings. "Smart Scents," and "Made In China" are printed on a label on the side of the bug. The UPC code 778267862920 is on the packaging.

Affected products

"Busy Bug" plush toys

Recalled brands

The Betesh Group

Remedy

Consumers should take the plush toys away from young children and return to the place of purchase or mail the toy to The Betesh Group at One East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016, Att: Consumer Relations, to receive a refund, including postage.

Recall date

February 27, 2003

Categories

Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #03086?

CPSC recall #03086 covers CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on February 27, 2003. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled toy is a small plush bug with two springy black antennae with orange round fabric ends. The bug has a blue stuffed round face with a red musical nose that blinks when pressed. The body of the bug is segmented in various colors and patterns. Striped elastic legs are attached to the body along with crinkly, iridescent wings. "Smart Scents," and "Made In China" are printed on a label on the side of the bug. The UPC code 778267862920 is on the packaging.

What is the remedy for recall #03086?

The CPSC remedy for recall #03086 is consumers should take the plush toys away from young children and return to the place of purchase or mail the toy to the betesh group at one east 33rd street, new york, ny 10016, att: consumer relations, to receive a refund, including postage.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-The-Betesh-Group-Announce-Recall-of-Busy-Bug-Plush-Toys-. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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