"Was Build-A-Bear Workshop \"Founding Bear\" stuffed bears recalled?"

"Yes. CPSC recall #03070 was issued on 2003-01-16. %!s(\u003cnil\u003e)"

CPSC, Build-A-Bear Workshop Announce Recall of "Founding Bear" Stuffed Bears

Recall Date

2003-01-16

Products Involved

Build-A-Bear Workshop "Founding Bear" stuffed bears

Full Recall Description

The recall includes the "Founding Bear," and the "Founding Bear II." The "Founding Bear" is about 19 inches long, and the "Founding Bear II" is about 18 inches long. Both stuffed bears are chocolate brown and have cream-colored paws and snout. "OUR FOUNDING BEAR" is written on a cardboard tag that was originally attached to the bear's ear.

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

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Last verified: 2026-03-28