CPSCNovember 16, 2011consumer
Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard
Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The hazard
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.
What to do
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.
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Recall history
Other federal recalls tied to the same brand — a factual pattern, straight from the source data.
- CPSCBuild-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Heartwarming Hugs Bears Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard to Children2026-04-30
- CPSCPrimark Recalls Little Bear 2-Pack Soother Clips Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards2025-12-11
- CPSCBellabu Bear Recalls Children's Robes Due to Burn Hazard; Violates Mandatory Standards for Children's Sleepwear2025-10-09
- CPSCBubble Bear Crib Mattresses Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Violations of the Federal Safety Regulation for Mattresses; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Coral Island2024-03-07
- CPSCVibe Bear Playyard Mattresses Recalled Due to Suffocation Hazards for Infants; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Crib Mattresses; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Vibe Bear (Recall Alert)2023-12-07
- CPSCVibe Bear Playyard Mattresses Recalled Due to Suffocation Hazards for Infants; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Crib Mattresses; Sold Exclusively on Amazon.com by Beyond Baby (Recall Alert)2023-11-30
- CPSCGames Workshop Recalls Koyo Bounca The Squig Plush Toys Due to Choking Hazard2022-02-02
- CPSCJo-Ann Stores Recalls Light Sets Due to Laceration Hazard2018-04-17
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