The case-back of the watch can detach and expose the interior to water
August 6, 2015Image may be NSFW.
Clik here to view.MZB of Long Island City, N.Y., is recalling about 1.9 million children's “Light Up” watches sold in the U.S. and Canada.
The case-back of the watch can detach and expose the interior to water, posing a risk of skin irritation, redness, rashes or chemical burns.
The firm has received 11 reports of skin irritations or chemical burns. Six of these consumers have required medical treatment.
This recall involves 303 styles of “Light Up” watches that are identified by style number. The watches have a flexible plastic wristband sold in multiple colors including pink, pink with white snowflakes, green, blue and navy blue. “MZB” and the style number are printed on the case-back of the watches.
The watches. Manufactured in China, were sold at Kmart, Kohl’s, Walmart and other retailers nationwide from October 2012, through June 2015, for between $5 and $20.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled watches away from children and contact MZB for a refund.
Consumers may contact MZB toll free at (888) 770-7085 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. (ET) Monday – Friday or online at www.mzb.com and click on Product Safety Notice tab at the top of the homepage for more information.