March 1, 2001
Eden LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 5,800 toy drums. The mallet sold with the toy drum has spheres on each end that can pose a choking hazard if they become lodged in a young child's throat.
Department, specialty, gift and toy stores, including FAO Schwarz, sold the
toys nationwide from May 2000 through February 2001 for about $12 when sold
alone to $45 when sold as part of a set. The toy drum is shaped like a soft
stuffed green crab with multi-colored stuffed feet and blue stuffed claws. The
crab's center is a yellow plastic with green spots. The toy drums, sold under
the name "Little Lessons Music Makers," have labels on the front and
near the right leg that say "Eden."
Consumers should take the drums away from children immediately and call Eden
toll-free at (800) 658-8373 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday,
for instructions on returning the toy and for receiving a replacement toy.