McDonald's Recalls Hello Kitty Themed Whistles Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards
USMcDonald's Recalls Hello Kitty Themed Whistles Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards
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TranslatedComponents inside of the whistle can detach, posing choking and aspiration hazards to young children.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThe recalled whistles are red and were included in a plastic Hello Kitty figurine holding a pink heart-shaped lollipop. The whistle can be removed and used to make sounds by inhaling or exhaling through the mouthpiece. When closed, the figurine measures about 3 inches in height and width and 1 3/4 inches in depth. The whistle measures about 1 3/4 inches in height and width and 3/4 inches in depth. A picture of Hello Kitty appears on both sides of the whistle. The text "©1976, 2014 SANRIO CO., LTD." appears above Hello Kitty's face on the whistle, and "Made for McDonald's China CCW Chine" appears below Hello Kitty's face on the whistle. The bag in which the toy is packaged includes the text "Hello Kitty® Birthday Lollipop" and the number "6" in the upper right corner.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedHello Kitty® Birthday Lollipop Whistles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2015/McDonalds-Recalls-Hello-Kitty-Themed-Whistles |
| Title | McDonald's Recalls Hello Kitty Themed Whistles Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards |
| Images › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2015.15021.McDonaldsHello%2520KittyLARGE.jpg |
| Images › Caption | McDonald’s Hello Kitty themed whistle |
| Hazards › Name | Components inside of the whistle can detach, posing choking and aspiration hazards to young children. |
| Injuries › Name | McDonald's has received two reports of children who coughed out pieces of the whistle that they had sucked into their mouths, including one child who received medical attention. |
| Products › Name | Hello Kitty® Birthday Lollipop Whistles |
| Products › Type | Toy Musical Instruments |
| Products › Category I D | 68401 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 2.3 million in the U.S. In addition, about 200,000 were distributed in Canada. |
| Recall I D | 1856 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately take the whistle away from children and return it to any McDonald's for a free replacement toy and either a yogurt tube or a bag of apple slices. |
| Retailers › Name | McDonald's restaurants nationwide from October 2014 through the first week of November 2014 with Happy Meals and Mighty Kids Meals. |
| Recall Date | 2014-11-10T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recalled whistles are red and were included in a plastic Hello Kitty figurine holding a pink heart-shaped lollipop. The whistle can be removed and used to make sounds by inhaling or exhaling through the mouthpiece. When closed, the figurine measures about 3 inches in height and width and 1 3/4 inches in depth. The whistle measures about 1 3/4 inches in height and width and 3/4 inches in depth. A picture of Hello Kitty appears on both sides of the whistle. The text "©1976, 2014 SANRIO CO., LTD." appears above Hello Kitty's face on the whistle, and "Made for McDonald's China CCW Chine" appears below Hello Kitty's face on the whistle. The bag in which the toy is packaged includes the text "Hello Kitty® Birthday Lollipop" and the number "6" in the upper right corner. |
| Distributors › Name | McDonald's Corp., of Oakbrook, Ill. |
| Recall Number | 15021 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Replace |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2014/42159r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | For additional information, contact McDonald's at (800) 244-6227 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, seven days a week, or visit the firm's website at www.mcdonalds.com. |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-01-06T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought McDonald's Recalls Hello Kitty Themed Whistles Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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