Buckyballs high-powered magnet sets
Published April 15, 2013
Summary
CPSC records recall 13731, published April 15, 2013. Reported units: 539.
What's the hazard
When two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.
What to do
Overstock.com will contact each purchasing customer directly to coordinate the recall. Consumers should stop using the recalled high-powered magnet sets immediately, take all associated individual magnets away from children and teenagers, and contact Overstock.com for a full refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Maxfield & Oberton LLC
- Distributor
- Overstock.com and retailers nationwide from November 2010 through July 2012 for about $20.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Buckyballs high-powered magnet sets recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 13731 on April 15, 2013. Reported hazard: When two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.
What should I do if I have this product?
Overstock.com will contact each purchasing customer directly to coordinate the recall. Consumers should stop using the recalled high-powered magnet sets immediately, take all associated individual magnets away from children and teenagers, and contact Overstock.com for a full refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Maxfield & Oberton LLC.