Product Recall: Polly Pocket Play Sets
Categories: Safety, Toys & Games
Mattel really isn't having a good time of it lately. Back in November of last year, a whole mess of Polly Pocket play sets were recalled because the magnets could fall out. Well, they're back again with another, even larger list of play sets that need to be recalled. The problem is the same -- magnets falling out, which, if swallowed, leads to intestinal perforation or blockage and either some serious surgery or death. Folks, magnets and little kids are not a good combination! Since the last recall, there have been more than 400 additional reports of magnets coming loose. The play sets being recalled include plastic Polly Pocket dolls with small, 1/8 inch diameter magnets embedded in their hands and feet as well as plastic clothing, hairpieces, and other accessories also with embedded magnets. Products manufactured after November 1, 2006, including sets currently on store shelves are not being recalled. Click the Continue Reading link below to see the full list of recalled sets.
Model numbers are printed on the bottom of the largest pieces in each sets; Contact Mattel if you cannot locate the model number. These sets were sold beginning in May 2003 through November 2006 for $15 to $30. Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a voucher for a replacement toy of the customer's choice, up to the value of the returned product. For more information, contact Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime or visit the firm's Web site.
List of Recalled Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets:
- B2632 - Polly Place Hangin' Out House Playset
- B3158 - Polly Place Treetop Clubhouse Playset
- B3201 - Spa Day Caboodle Asst.
- B3211 - Polly Place Gameroom Garage Playset
- B7118 - Polly Place Totally Tiki Diner Playset
- G8605 - Quik-Clik Boutique
- H1537 - Quik-Clik City Pretty Playset (Lila)
- H1538 - Quik-Clik Sporty Style Playset (Lea)
- H3211 - Quik-Clik Totally Zen Playset (Shani)
- 55503 - Fashion Polly Happenin' Pet Salon Playset
- B2631 - Polly Place Magnetic Additions Assortment
- B3203 - Lunchbox Cafe Playset
- B3204 - School Time Fun Playset
- B3207 - Lip Gloss Studio Playset
- B3209 - Glitter Boutique Playset
- B3210 - Polly Place Dip N' Dive Pool Playset
- B3396 - Birthday Suprise (INTL)
- B7078 - Dazzlin' Pet Show Divine Dogs
- B7082 - Dazzlin' Pet Show Magic Rabbits
- B7125 - Polly Place Sweet Treats Playset
- B7127 - Mailbox Surprise Playset
- B7128 - Stretch Polly Disco Lamp
- B7129 - Jewlery Box Bedroom Playset
- B8478 - Polly Place Party On The Go! Playset
- B9521 - Spa Day Playset
- B9522 - Lunchbox Cafe Playset
- B9523 - School Time Fun Playset
- B9525 - Glitter Puff
- B9578 - Spa Day Playset
- B9929 - Boutique On The Go Playset
- C0504 - Mailbox Surprise Playset
- C0505 - Jewelry Box Bedroom Playset
- C1341 - Disco Lamp
- C1342 - Disco Lamp
- G8602 - Mermaid Stars Playset
- G8606 - Quick Click Playset
- G8612 - Snow Cool Hotel Playset
- G8614 - Quik-Clik House of Style Playset
- G8615 - Totally Beadiful Jewelry Maker
- G8616 - Quick Click Penthouse
- H1553 - Quik-Clik Movie Time Playset (Lila)
- J1659 - Pollywood Limo-Scene Vehicle
- J1661 - Pollywood Dial-A-Style Lila Doll
- J1662 - Pollywood Dial-A-Style Lea Doll
- J1670 - Stickin' 2 Style Doll
- J1681 - Pollyworld Rockin' Theme Park Playset
- J1687 - Pollyworld Dress N' Drive Lounge Playset
- J1695 - Pollyworld Theme Park Party Quick Clik Doll and Fashions
- J4169 - Pollyworld Quick Clik Polly Doll
- J4170 - Pollyworld Quick Clik Crissy Doll
- J4171 - Pollyworld Quick Clik Lea Doll
- J4172 - Pollyworld Quick Clik Shanil Doll
- J9305 - Pollyworld Costume Cart (Lea) Playset
- J9306 - Pollyworld Gift Shop (Lila) Playset
- J9648 - Twirl & Swirl Beauty Case
- J9965 - Pollyworld Dial-A Song Polly Fashions
- J9966 - Pollyworld Kerstie Fashions
- K3460 - Pollyworld Rockin' Tour Bus
- H1554 - Quik-Clik Pool Party Playset (Lila)
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
susie 8-16-2007 @ 6:32PM
Was lead found in any Polly POcket Produces??
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A Mom 8-16-2007 @ 9:07PM
No, there was no lead on the Polly Pocket toys recalled. But I agree the publicity is very confusing - because the CPSC lumped this HUGE 9.5 million magnetic toy recall together on the same day with a much more minor recall of a Sarge "Cars" toy that has lead paint. The Polly Pocket toys were made in China, but even the CEO Bob Eckert has admitted that the problem with them is NOT production quality in China or managing a rogue vendor but rather design flaws. Quite simply, the tiny but powerful magnets were not properly secured. Supposedly after Januay 2007 the newer Mattel models have little white covers to keep the magnets inside. BUT better safe than sorry, right? For better pictures, the action steps you need to take to return the toys so other kids don't come across them, and tons of helpful links on the Barbie and Tanner, Doggie Daycare, Batman, and Polly Pocket recalls please go to: http://magnetscankill.spaces.live.com.
This site was developed to inform parents and reporters about the dangers of "multiple magnet ingestion" and magnets in toys. After the tragic death of Kenny Sweet in November 2005 due to Magnetix building sets we needed to raise awareness about this potential hazard in your home and the large corporations that kept hushing up injuries and paying secret settlements all the while coming out with new magnetic toys targeted at children as young as preschool-age. And to see a homemade video showing an actual set of defective MEGA Brands Magnetix Extreme Combo go to Youtube and type in "Magnets Can Kill."
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