Mattel Barbie and Tanner Play Sets

DATE: August 14, 2007

CATEGORY: Toys & Games

COMPANY/BRAND: Mattel

THE DANGER: Small magnets inside the "scooper" accessory can come loose; if swallowed by young children, the magnets can attract each other internally and cause dangerous intestinal perforations or blockages.

DESCRIPTION: This recall involves about 683,000 Barbie and Tanner play sets with model numbers J9472 and J9560. The toys include a "scooper" accessory with a magnetic end. Recalled scoopers have a visible, silver-colored, disc-shaped magnet on the end of the scooper.

Scoopers with a white material covering the magnet and products manufactured after January 31, 2007, are not recalled.

SOLD AT: Toy stores and various other retailers nationwide May 2006 to August 2007 for about $16.

WHAT TO DO: Immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel to receive a free replacement toy. For more information, call Mattel toll-free at (888) 597-6597 anytime, or visit their Web site at www.service.mattel.com.