Bathtub Subs (Munchkin) – injury risk (2010)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Bathtub Subs
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Bathtub Subs. The hazard is: The intake valve on the bottom of the submarine toy can suck up loose skin, posing laceration hazard. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves battery-operated bathtub submarine toys. The toy is yellow, has a smiling face, turquoise windows, an orange propeller and an orange periscope that turns the toy on and off. The intake valve has a water pump that sucks in water to propel the submarine. The toy is intended for use by children during bath time.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The intake valve on the bottom of the submarine toy can suck up loose skin, posing laceration hazard to children.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Munchkin for instructions on how to return the product for a free replacement toy.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026