Build-A-Bear Workshop is recalling about 36,000 Heartwarming Hugs weighted plush bears (model 034464) sold between January and March 2026. The zipper slider on the bear's side pouch can detach, posing a choking risk to children. While no injuries have been reported in the United States, there has been one report of the slider detaching in the United Kingdom. Consumers can return the bear to any Build-A-Bear store for a full refund or a gift card.
The metal zipper slider that secures the side pouch can break off or detach from the bear. If a child finds and swallows this small detached part, it can cause serious injury or death by blocking their airway.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear and return it to a local Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a refund in the form of original payment or a gift card for the original purchase price redeemable toward any available Make-Your-Own furry friend and any other available merchandise. If a consumer is unable to return their Heartwarming Hugs Bear to a local store, they can visit www.buildabear.com/recalls for more information or call Build-A-Bear to receive a free return shipping label to return the recalled bear and to receive a refund check in the form of original payment or in the form of a digital gift card to use on the firm's website.
Model number is located on the label sewn into the back side of one bear leg.
Recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear
Recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear
Side view of the pouch on the recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear (zipper is located on the side)
Recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear showing the heart shaped bead bag
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response