CPSC, Build-A-Bear Workshop Announce Recall of "Founding Bear" Stuffed Bears
USCPSC, Build-A-Bear Workshop Announce Recall of "Founding Bear" Stuffed Bears
Reason for Recall / Hazard
The nose of the stuffed bear can be pulled or twisted off, posing a choking hazard to a young child.
Product Description & Identification
The recall includes the "Founding Bear," and the "Founding Bear II." The "Founding Bear" is about 19 inches long, and the "Founding Bear II" is about 18 inches long. Both stuffed bears are chocolate brown and have cream-colored paws and snout. "OUR FOUNDING BEAR" is written on a cardboard tag that was originally attached to the bear's ear.
Affected Products
Build-A-Bear Workshop "Founding Bear" stuffed bears
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2003/CPSC-Build-A-Bear-Workshop-Announce-Recall-of-Founding-Bear-Stuffed-Bears- |
| Title | CPSC, Build-A-Bear Workshop Announce Recall of "Founding Bear" Stuffed Bears |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Founding-Bear.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Recalled "Founding Bear" stuffed bear |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Founding-Bear-II.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Recalled "Founding Bear II" stuffed bear |
| Hazards › Name | The nose of the stuffed bear can be pulled or twisted off, posing a choking hazard to a young child. |
| Injuries › Name | Build-A-Bear Workshop has not received any reports of injuries resulting from these stuffed bears. This recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries. |
| Products › Name | Build-A-Bear Workshop "Founding Bear" stuffed bears |
| Products › Type | Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed |
| Products › Category I D | 2182 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 80,000 |
| Recall I D | 2346 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should take these stuffed bears away from young children immediately. Build-A-Bear Workshop will exchange the bear for any other item they sell of equal value or provide a Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card. Consumers should return the stuffed bears to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store or contact the firm for instructions on mailing the bear. |
| Retailers › Name | Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and web site sold these stuffed bears nationwide, between March 2000 and December 2002, for between $22 and $25. |
| Recall Date | 2003-01-16T00:00:00 |
| Description | The recall includes the "Founding Bear," and the "Founding Bear II." The "Founding Bear" is about 19 inches long, and the "Founding Bear II" is about 18 inches long. Both stuffed bears are chocolate brown and have cream-colored paws and snout. "OUR FOUNDING BEAR" is written on a cardboard tag that was originally attached to the bear's ear. |
| Distributors › Name | Build-A-Bear Workshop, of St. Louis, Mo. |
| Recall Number | 03070 |
| Consumer Contact | For more information, call Build-A-Bear Workshop toll-free at (866) 236- 5683 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.buildabear.com |
| Last Publish Date | 2025-05-15T00:00:00 |
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