The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced recalls of the following products. Consumers should stop using recalled products unless otherwise instructed. For a complete list of recalled products, visit www.cpsc.gov.
Units: About 18,500
Manufacturer: Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif.
Hazard: The plastic wand can separate and expose a magnet that can be a choking hazard. If a child swallows more than one magnet, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Description: The wooden magnetic maze boards have a clear plastic sheet that covers small wooden or plastic pieces inside a maze. A plastic wand is attached to the board by a cord. The top of the board reads: “Who’s Hiding in the Garden?” “Who’s Hiding in the Ocean?” “Magnetic Counting Maze,” “Magnetic Alphabet Board” or “My Community Magnetic Board.”
Sold by: Lakeshore Learning Materials stores nationwide, its catalogs and online at www.lakeshorelearning.com from January 2009 through May 2010 singly or in sets for $30 to $40.
Remedy: Contact Lakeshore to receive a free replacement product.
Contact: Call 800-428-4414 or visit www.lakeshorelearning.com.