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CPSC, The Betesh Group Announce Recall of "Busy Bug" Plush Toys

U.S. CPSCChokingFeb 27, 2003
Recalled "Busy Bug" plush toy
Recalled "Busy Bug" plush toy

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The antennae of the plush toy can be chewed or pulled off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the plush toys away from young children and return to the place of purchase or mail the toy to The Betesh Group at One East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016, Att: Consumer Relations, to receive a refund, including postage.

Incidents & injuries

CPSC and The Betesh Group have received two reports of children gagging on the fabric antennae ends that separated from the toy.

Product description

The recalled toy is a small plush bug with two springy black antennae with orange round fabric ends. The bug has a blue stuffed round face with a red musical nose that blinks when pressed. The body of the bug is segmented in various colors and patterns. Striped elastic legs are attached to the body along with crinkly, iridescent wings. "Smart Scents," and "Made In China" are printed on a label on the side of the bug. The UPC code 778267862920 is on the packaging.

Sold on

Discount department stores sold these recalled toys, from August 2002 through January 2003, for about $7.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Betesh toll free at (800) 929-4666.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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