Reason the product is recalled
Fur may detach from the toy.
The hazards to consumers
If fur becomes dislodged during use, it may pose a choking hazard to young children.
What consumers should do
Safely dispose of the bear. For more information please contact Heart Kids Australia in your state.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Most of the bears that have been distributed were given away as part of the charity work of HeartKids of SA Incorporated, HeartKids WA Inc., and HeartKids Vic Incorporated. A small number, which are not able to be identified, were sold by HeartKids of SA Incorporated and HeartKids Vic Incorporated.
Identifying product features
Heart Kids Australia logo on foot of the bear
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
Heart Kids Australia logo on foot of the bear
Dates available for sale
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Where the product was sold
South Australia
Victoria
Western Australia
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2013/13817 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
