March 13, 2012: Guidecraft Recalls Children's Play Theaters

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About 2,150 children's play theaters have been recalled due to tip-over hazards.

Recall Reason

Many styles of theater are included in this recall. Image here represents just one.

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, in cooperation with Guidecraft Inc., of Winthrop, Minnesota, have recalled about 2,150 (about 1,800 in the US and 350 in Canada) 4-in-1 Dramatic Play Theater Toys. The recalled children's toys can unexpectedly tip over during play, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.

Guidecraft has received two reports of tip-over incidents, including one report of a child who suffered minor contusions and abrasions.

Do You Own This Product?

This recall involves all 4-in-1 dramatic play theaters with model number G51062. The model number is printed on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the center crossbar and on the assembly instructions. The toy has two interchangeable panels with different themes on each side: a puppet theater and diner, or a doctor's office and post office. An assembled play theater measures 4-feet high by 3-feet wide and weighs about 46 pounds.

The theaters sold in various catalogs, Guidecraft.com and other Internet retailers nationwide from July 2010 through April 2011 for about $180.

Whom to Contact

Consumers should immediately take the recalled product from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a refund or a replacement product. For additional information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at (888) 824-1308 between 9 AM and 4:30 PM CST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.guidecraft.com.