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Toys & Games/Children's Toys (3-12)

Ganz Recalls Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Agency Publication Date: March 19, 2014
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Summary

Ganz has recalled about 8,200 Grumpy Cat plush toys because the blue crystal eyes can detach. There have been six reports of the eyes falling off, which creates a dangerous choking hazard for young children. The recall includes three styles: an 8-inch laying cat, a 5-inch sitting cat, and a 4-inch key clip, all featuring multi-colored fur and half-closed eyes. These toys were sold at gift shops, toy stores, and hospital gift shops nationwide between December 2013 and January 2014. Consumers should immediately take these toys away from children and contact Ganz for a refund or replacement.

Risk

The plastic eyes on the stuffed animals can detach from the toy. If a young child finds or puts the detached eye in their mouth, it can block their airway and cause them to choke.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately take the recalled Grumpy Cat toys away from children and stop using them.
  2. Check the sewn-in label located near the cat's tail for model numbers HGC12974, HGC12982, or HGC12983 and batch numbers 86754 or 224861.
  3. Contact Ganz at 800-724-5902 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit www.Ganz.com and click on 'Recall Info' to receive a free replacement Grumpy Cat product of equivalent value or a full refund.
  4. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Replace

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Ganz for a free replacement Grumpy Cat product of equivalent value or a full refund.

Contact: Ganz at (800) 724-5902 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.Ganz.com and click on Recall Info for more information.

Affected Products

Product: Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal, Laying (8-inch)
Model:
HGC12974
Lot Numbers:
86754
224861
Date Ranges: December 2013 - January 2014
Product: Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal, Sitting (5-inch)
Model:
HGC12982
Lot Numbers:
86754
224861
Date Ranges: December 2013 - January 2014
Product: Grumpy Cat Key Clip (4-inch)
Model:
HGC12983
Lot Numbers:
86754
224861
Date Ranges: December 2013 - January 2014

Product Images

Grumpy Cat Laying 8โ€.  Red circle indicates location of batch number on the sewn-in-label.

Grumpy Cat Laying 8โ€. Red circle indicates location of batch number on the sewn-in-label.

Grumpy Cat 5โ€ Sitting.  Red circle indicates location of batch number on the sewn-in-label.

Grumpy Cat 5โ€ Sitting. Red circle indicates location of batch number on the sewn-in-label.

Grumpy Cat 4โ€ Key Clip.  Red circle indicates location of batch number on the sewn-in-label.

Grumpy Cat 4โ€ Key Clip. Red circle indicates location of batch number on the sewn-in-label.

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 14135
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Ganz USA LLC, Marietta, Ga.
Sold By: Gift, drug and toy stores including hospitals, museums and gift shops nationwide from December 2013 through January 2014 for about $8 to $10.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 8,200
Distributed To: Nationwide
Contact: Ganz at (800) 724-5902 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.Ganz.com and click on Recall Info for more information.
Agency Last Updated: January 8, 2015

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

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