Toy Recalls

What is a Recall?

Toy recalls are an important part of the toy industry's process to ensure toy safety. Recalls demonstrate that the safety system is effective

Toy recalls are an important part of the toy industry's process to ensure toy safety. Recalls demonstrate that the safety system is effective.  They are the “safety net” used in a robust testing system to remove faulty product from the distribution chain and, when necessary, out of consumers’ homes.

The toy company involved with the recall and the retailer where the toy was purchased work with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), an independent federal agency, during all stages of toy recalls, including:

• Identifying toys to be recalled; 
• Notifying the public about the recalled products; and 
• Notifying the public about the remedy for consumers.

The process works very well, and as a result, parents can have great confidence in the toys available for purchase. Find information on specific toys that have been recalled.

Why Are Recalls Necessary?

Recalls are necessary because unfortunately problems, though rare, do happen. While no one likes to see recalls, the ability to identify these problems and recall products is one of the safety valves of the process. The recent recalls are product- and company-specific and do not reflect the fundamental safety of the toys on the shelves. Of the 3 billion toys sold in America each year, less than 1% are recalled. Consumers have every reason to trust the safety of toys.