Disney is recalling the 11-inch plush toy, “Forky,” due to a choking hazard, according to a statement by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC). There are approximately 80,000 of the toys in the recall in the United States, and there were about 650 in Canada.
The “googly” plastic eyes on the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The company is asking customers to return the toy for a refund.
The toy has poseable arms, a base, rainbow screen art on top of foot and plastic rolling “googly” eyes. The eyes are comprised of three parts; a white plastic base, a clear plastic dome and a small black plastic disc within the dome, which represents the character’s pupil. The tracking code information is included on the sewn in label attached to the base of the toy.
The tracking numbers affected are:
- FAC-024868-18338
- FAC-024868-19032
- FAC-024868-19060
- FAC-024868-19091
The USCPSC advises consumers to immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to any Disney Store retail location,Walt Disney World, or Disneyland Resort theme park retail store location for a full refund.
Consumers may contact Disney toll-free at 866-537-7649 from 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, Saturday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 1:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. or for additional information email [email protected].
