Mall of America Recalls Plush Toy Due to Choking Hazard

Product: Sandy the Squirrel Plush Toys

Manufacturer: MOA Entertainment Co. LLC, of Bloomington, Minn.

Units: About 1200 produced, 11 sold

Hazard: Young children can remove and ingest the squirrel’s nose, which poses a choking hazard.

Incidents: None reported

Description: This recall involves the Sandy the Squirrel plush toy, which measures approximately 1 foot high by 4.5 inches wide. It is a brown and tan plush toy with a purple skirt and bikini top. “Po #: 86849″ and the production date of 01/2010 are printed on the toy’s smaller white tag.

Remedy: Consumers should take the toy away from children and return it to the Nickelodeon Store, Spongebob 4U, or NU Stuff stores in Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America to receive a full refund. Consumers can also contact Mall of America for a full refund or exchange for a different toy of equal value.

Manufactured in: China

Sold: Exclusively at Nickelodeon, 4U and NU stores in the Mall of America in March 2010 for about $10

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact for Nickelodeon Universe toll-free at or visit the firm’s Web site at www.nickelodeonuniverse.com.

Source: CPSC