# Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard
> **CPSC recall** · 2011-11-16 · 12041 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 12041
- **Date:** 2011-11-16
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube

## Hazards

The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.

## Remedies

Refund

## Retailer(s)

Build-A-Bear Workshop® stores nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from April 2011 to August 2011 for $12.50.

## Importer(s)

Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis

## Country of manufacture

China

## Description

The inner tube is part of the three-piece Fruit Tutu Bikini swimwear set for teddy bears, which includes a two-piece fruit-print bikini. The inner tube is 9 inches in diameter and pink with white and yellow flowers printed on it. The model number of the swimwear set is 017220 and is located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Build-A-Bear-Recalls-Teddy-Bear-Swimwear-Set-Due-to-Strangulation-Hazard)
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