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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 03534

Fiddlestick instruments

Published April 13, 2003

Summary

CPSC records recall 03534, published April 13, 2003. Recalling firm: Kindermusik International, of Browns Summit, N.C.; Reported units: 32,000.

What's the hazard

Some of the Fiddlesticks have caps that can become loose, allowing ball bearings to spill from the inside of the sticks. Both the caps and the ball bearings pose a potential choking hazard to young children.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the Fiddlesticks immediately and return them to their Kindermusik educator for a free replacement. Kindermusik will replace this product with either re-designed Fiddlesticks or an instrument of comparable value.

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Recall details

Brand
Kindermusik International, of Browns Summit, N.C.
Manufacturer
Kindermusik International, of Browns Summit, N.C.
Distributor
Kindermusik educators sold the music kits, including the Fiddlesticks, in the United States and Canada, from December 2002 through January 2003.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Fiddlestick instruments recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 03534 on April 13, 2003. Reported hazard: Some of the Fiddlesticks have caps that can become loose, allowing ball bearings to spill from the inside of the sticks. Both the caps and the ball bearings pose a potential choking hazard to young children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the Fiddlesticks immediately and return them to their Kindermusik educator for a free replacement. Kindermusik will replace this product with either re-designed Fiddlesticks or an instrument of comparable value.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Kindermusik International, of Browns Summit, N.C..

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)