Build-A-Bear recalls teddy bear swimwear sets with inflatable inner tubes due to strangulation risk for small children. Return the inner tube to a store for a $5 coupon or contact for refund.
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.
Build-A-Bear is recalling teddy bear swimwear sets that include an inflatable inner tube. The inner tube can be pulled over a small child's head, creating a strangulation hazard.
The inner tube, which is 9 inches in diameter and pink with floral patterns, can be pulled over a small child's head. This poses a strangulation hazard because the tube could become a tight fit around the neck.
Parents or caregivers who own the recalled teddy bear swimwear set with an inflatable inner tube are most at risk. Small children are particularly vulnerable due to the strangulation hazard.
The recalled item is a teddy bear swimwear set with an inflatable inner tube. The model number 017220 is on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.
Immediately stop using the inner tube accessory as it poses a strangulation hazard.
Return the inner tube to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a $5 store coupon.
If returning the inner tube is not possible, contact Build-A-Bear for information about a refund.
Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.
The model number is 017220, located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.
Returning the inner tube to a Build-A-Bear Workshop store will give you a $5 store coupon.
No, the inner tube poses a strangulation hazard and should not be used.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Build-A-Bear to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 918 — Build-A-Bear Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube Hello, I own a Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube that is covered by recall 918 from Build-A-Bear. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
