Bear Swimwear Set – Strangulation Risk (2011)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube
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 Swimwear Set With Inflatable Inner Tube. The hazard is: The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation 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
The inner tube is part of the three-piece Fruit Tutu Bikini swimwear set for teddy bears, which includes a two-piece fruit-print bikini. The inner tube is 9 inches in diameter and pink with white and yellow flowers printed on it. The model number of the swimwear set is 017220 and is located on the price sticker on the "Build-A-Bear" cardboard tag.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return it to any Build-A-Bear Workshop® store to receive a $5 store coupon. If it is not possible to return the inner tube to a store, consumers may contact the company for information about how to receive a refund.
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