Build-A-Bear Recalls Colorful Hearts Teddy Bears Due to Choking Hazard

Recall Date
2011-12-23
Manufacturer
Build-A-Bear Workshop Inc., of St. Louis, Mo.
Units Affected
284,000 in the United States and 13,200 in Canada

Products Involved

Colorful Hearts Teddy Bears

Hazard

The teddy bear's eyes could loosen and fall out, posing a choking hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled teddy bear from children and return it to any Build-A-Bear store to receive a coupon for any available stuffed animal from Build-A-Bear.

Reported Injuries

None reported

Sold At

Build-A-Bear Workshops nationwide and online at www.buildabear.com from April 2011 through December 2011 for about $18 in the U.S. and $23 in Canada.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

The Colorful Hearts Teddy is a stuffed animal about 16 inches high with black plastic eyes. The bear's fabric covering is printed with multi-colored heart shapes.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28