Smurf Musical Crib Train Toys Recalled by Durham
Smurf Musical Crib Train Toys Recalled by Durham
Recalling Firm: Durham, Toys R Us
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedChoking
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedSmurf Musical Crib Train Toys Recalled by Durham NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 1984 Release # 84-009 Durham Industries Smurf Musical Crib Train Toy Recalled Because Of Choking Hazard. Washington, DC-- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Durham Industries, Inc., New York, New York, today announced a voluntary recall of approximately 4,300 Smurf Musical Crib Train toys, Model 5340/5342, because small parts may break off this toy if it is dropped. These small parts may present a choking, aspiration, or swallowing hazard. CPSC safety standards specify that toys for children under three (3) must not have such small parts. Since 1982, approximately 4,300 of these toys have been sold through Toys-R-Us stores in the East Coast, Midwest, West Coast, and Florida for $13 to $15 each. The CPSC has received one report of an infant choking on a small parts from this toy. The child was not injured and required no medical attention. The toy is a light blue plastic train engine with yellow wheels and smokestack. It is 7 l/2 inches long by 3 l/2 inches wide by 7 l/2 inches high. There is a Smurf face on the front of the train. This toy is designed to be fastened on to the rail of a baby crib. When the smokestack is 'wound up', the train moves along the crib rail and plays music. The train may also be used as a floor toy. The following label is molded on the right side of the train engine: "DURHAM INDUSTRIES, INC., MCMLXXXII NEW YORK, N.Y. 10010, ITEN NO. 5340/5342 MADE IN HONG KONG." Consumers should remove these products from use immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased for a full refund. For further information, consumers may call Durham Industries, 212-679-2282, or the CPSC toll-free Hotline at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054.
Produits concernés
TranslatedSmurf Musical Crib Train toys
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1984/Durham-Industries-Smurf-Musical-Crib-Train-Toy-Recalled-Because-Of-Choking-Hazard |
| Title | Smurf Musical Crib Train Toys Recalled by Durham |
| Hazards › Name | Choking |
| Products › 1 › Type | Toy Infants/Cribs/Strollers |
| Products › 1 › Category I D | 2197 |
| Products › 2 › Name | Smurf Musical Crib Train toys |
| Products › 2 › Type | Toy Trains |
| Products › 2 › Category I D | 2206 |
| Recall I D | 4439 |
| Recall Date | 1984-02-03T00:00:00 |
| Description | Smurf Musical Crib Train Toys Recalled by Durham NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3, 1984 Release # 84-009 Durham Industries Smurf Musical Crib Train Toy Recalled Because Of Choking Hazard. Washington, DC-- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Durham Industries, Inc., New York, New York, today announced a voluntary recall of approximately 4,300 Smurf Musical Crib Train toys, Model 5340/5342, because small parts may break off this toy if it is dropped. These small parts may present a choking, aspiration, or swallowing hazard. CPSC safety standards specify that toys for children under three (3) must not have such small parts. Since 1982, approximately 4,300 of these toys have been sold through Toys-R-Us stores in the East Coast, Midwest, West Coast, and Florida for $13 to $15 each. The CPSC has received one report of an infant choking on a small parts from this toy. The child was not injured and required no medical attention. The toy is a light blue plastic train engine with yellow wheels and smokestack. It is 7 l/2 inches long by 3 l/2 inches wide by 7 l/2 inches high. There is a Smurf face on the front of the train. This toy is designed to be fastened on to the rail of a baby crib. When the smokestack is 'wound up', the train moves along the crib rail and plays music. The train may also be used as a floor toy. The following label is molded on the right side of the train engine: "DURHAM INDUSTRIES, INC., MCMLXXXII NEW YORK, N.Y. 10010, ITEN NO. 5340/5342 MADE IN HONG KONG." Consumers should remove these products from use immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased for a full refund. For further information, consumers may call Durham Industries, 212-679-2282, or the CPSC toll-free Hotline at 800-638-CPSC. A teletypewriter number for the hearing impaired is (301) 595-7054. |
| Recall Number | 84009 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Durham |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | Toys R Us |
| Last Publish Date | 2014-12-30T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | Hong Kong |
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 Smurf Musical Crib Train Toys Recalled by Durham?
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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