Bathtub Toys Recalled by Munchkin Due to Risk of Injury
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2010-10-18 · 11012
Hazards
The intake valve on the bottom of the submarine toy can suck up loose skin, posing laceration hazard to children.
Recall
Number
11012
Date
2010-10-18
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Bathtub Subs
Remedies
Options
Replace
Companies
Retailer(s)
Mass merchandise retail stores nationwide and children's stores nationwide from November 2009 through September 2010 for about $7.
Importer(s)
Munchkin Inc, of North Hills, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves battery-operated bathtub submarine toys. The toy is yellow, has a smiling face, turquoise windows, an orange propeller and an orange periscope that turns the toy on and off. The intake valve has a water pump that sucks in water to propel the submarine. The toy is intended for use by children during bath time.