Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets

CPSC Recall #09-318 — August 19, 2009

Recall #09-318 Date: August 19, 2009 Remedy: Refund, Replace

Product

Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets

Description

The Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets have orange plush exteriors. The Hungry Figure is about 6 inches long and the Hungry Magnet is about 4 inches long.

Hazard

Sewing needles have been found in the stuffing of the Hungry Figures, posing a puncture hazard to consumers.

Incidents / Injuries

Weight Watchers has received two reports from company employees of a sewing needle being found in two Hungry Figures. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets and return them to Weight Watchers to receive a full refund or a credit towards the purchase of another product.

Units Affected

About 420,000 in the United States and 25,000 in Canada

Sold At

Weight Watchers between April 2009 and July 2009 for between $4 and $7.

Manufacturer

Shanghai Oriland Toys Co. Ltd, of China

Manufactured In

China