CPSC, Small World Toys Announce Recall of Sorter Toys
Source: CPSC Recall #02213
Recall Date
2002-07-25
Manufacturer
Small World Toys, of Culver City, Calif.
Units Affected
About 880
Products Involved
"Sort & See" sorting box toys
Hazard
The plastic windows on the "see-inside" sorting blocks can break, causing the beads inside to be released. This presents a choking hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled shape sorters away from children immediately and return the toys to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Reported Injuries
Small World has received one report of a sorter block breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Toy stores sold the sorters nationwide, from May 2002 through June 2002, for about $20.
Full Recall Description
The recalled "Sort & See" sorting box is made of hardwood and comes with eight shaped blocks of various colors. Each block is filled with beads that are visible through plastic windows. The wooden box has a clear plastic top and cutouts on two sides, that correspond with the shapes of the blocks. The words "Ryan's Room" are printed on one side of the sorter box.
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