CPSC, Pokémon USA Announce Recall of Pokémon Plush Toys

Active Recall Announced July 8, 2005 CPSC #05222

Quick answer

CPSC, Pokémon USA Announce Recall of Pokémon Plush Toys is CPSC recall #05222, announced on July 8, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves 10 "Pokédoll" plush toy characters including Pikachu, Minun, Plusle, Skitty, Evee, Munchlax, Mew, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. Pikachu comes in a 12-inch and a 6-inch tall version. All of the other characters are approximately 6 inches tall. They have a sewn-in label that reads: "Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK" on one side and "2005 MADE IN CHINA" on the other. The remedy is parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact pokémon usa to receive a free replacement toy.. Affected brand: Pokémon USA Inc. of New York, N.Y..

Hazard

The recall involves 10 "Pokédoll" plush toy characters including Pikachu, Minun, Plusle, Skitty, Evee, Munchlax, Mew, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. Pikachu comes in a 12-inch and a 6-inch tall version. All of the other characters are approximately 6 inches tall. They have a sewn-in label that reads: "Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK" on one side and "2005 MADE IN CHINA" on the other.

Affected products

Pokémon Plush Toys

Recalled brands

Pokémon USA Inc. of New York, N.Y.

Remedy

Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact Pokémon USA to receive a free replacement toy.

Recall date

July 8, 2005

Categories

Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #05222?

CPSC recall #05222 covers CPSC, Pokémon USA Announce Recall of Pokémon Plush Toys, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on July 8, 2005. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recall involves 10 "Pokédoll" plush toy characters including Pikachu, Minun, Plusle, Skitty, Evee, Munchlax, Mew, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. Pikachu comes in a 12-inch and a 6-inch tall version. All of the other characters are approximately 6 inches tall. They have a sewn-in label that reads: "Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK" on one side and "2005 MADE IN CHINA" on the other.

What is the remedy for recall #05222?

The CPSC remedy for recall #05222 is parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact pokémon usa to receive a free replacement toy.. 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, Pokémon USA Announce Recall of Pokémon 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/2005/CPSC-Pokemon-USA-Announce-Recall-of-Pokemon-Plush-Toys. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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