Build-A-Bear Recalls Teddy Bear Swimwear Set Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 12041. Recall date: . Last publish date of the CPSC notice: .
Hazard, in the words of CPSC
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.
Remedy, in the words of CPSC
Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.
CPSC recall 12041 has the recall date 16 Nov 2011. The notice names the firm Build-A-Bear Workshop®. The recall has about 19,720 units. The median CPSC recall of 2011 has 12,000 units. This register puts the recall under the hazard Strangulation. CPSC gives the product type Swimming.
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| Incidents and injuries | Build-A-Bear received one report of an incident in which a 3-year-old girl pulled the inner tube over her head and had difficulty removing it. |
|---|---|
| Units | 19,720 |
| Remedy options | Refund |
| Description | The inner tube is part of the three-piece Fruit Tutu Bikini swimwear set for teddy bears, which includes a two-piece fruit-print bikini. The inner tube is 9 inches in diameter and pink with white and yellow flowers printed on it. The model number of the swimwear set is 017220 and is located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag. |
| Product | Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube, About 19,720 units in the United States and 1,100 units in Canada, Swimming |
| Sold at | Build-A-Bear Workshop® stores nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from April 2011 to August 2011 for $12.50. |
| Importer | Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis |
| Made in | China |
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- Hazard: Strangulation
- Category: Swimming
- CPSC recalls of 2011
The recall in context
- Units in this recall
- 19,720Median of 2011: 12,000
- CPSC recalls of 2011
- 313
- Recalls of 2011 with one of the same hazards
- 8%
- Recalls of 2011 in the category Swimming
- 0%
- Recalls on the register that name Build-A-Bear Workshop®
- 7
Other recalls of the firm
| Date | Recall |
|---|---|
| 30 Apr 2026 | Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Heartwarming Hugs Bears Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Choking Hazard to Children |
| 22 Oct 2015 | Build-A-Bear Recalls Stuffed Animals Due to Choking Hazard |
| 29 Aug 2013 | Build-A-Bear Recalls Stuffed Animal Toy Due to Choking Hazard |
| 23 Dec 2011 | Build-A-Bear Recalls Colorful Hearts Teddy Bears Due to Choking Hazard |
| 4 Aug 2011 | Build-A-Bear Workshop Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard |
| 14 May 2009 | Folding Toy Beach Chairs Recalled by Build-A-Bear Workshop Due to Laceration Hazard |
Official channels
- CPSC recall notice 12041The notice on the CPSC site, with the pictures and the contact of the firm.
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Recall Register. CPSC recall 12041. https://recallregister.com/product/918-build-a-bear-recalls-teddy-bear-swimwear-set-due-to-strangulation-haza/. Source: CPSC Recall Retrieval Web Services. Data through .
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- Data retrieved
- 30 Sep 2026
- Newest CPSC recall on the register
- 24 Sep 2026
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Questions
- Does CPSC recall 12041 report injuries?
- The CPSC notice says:
Build-A-Bear received one report of an incident in which a 3-year-old girl pulled the inner tube over her head and had difficulty removing it.
- Where was the product sold?
- The CPSC notice says:
Build-A-Bear Workshop® stores nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from April 2011 to August 2011 for $12.50.
- Which remedy options does CPSC list for recall 12041?
- CPSC lists 1 remedy option:
Refund
- How many units are in CPSC recall 12041?
- The CPSC notice gives this number:
About 19,720 units in the United States and 1,100 units in Canada