WASHINGTON — Citing numerous safety hazards, the Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced the recall of 1.5 million Chinese-made Yoda action figures.
Government "Forces" Recall
The plastic action figures depicting the beloved Star Wars character contain numerous detachable small parts, posing a choking hazard for young children.
The toy Yodas can also cause lacerations, contusions, and loss of eyesight if thrown, and have been found to accelerate uncontrollably when used with model rocket engines. They can also cause burns if doused with lighter fluid and ignited.
Dangerous, I am
The toy Yodas contain high concentrations of lead, which could lead to brain damage if the toy is sucked on for prolonged periods.
Anthrax spores have been found in the toy’s packaging materials.
The Yoda action figures also contain elevated levels of Bisphenol A (BPA), which has been linked to reproductive problems and increased risk of cancer or diabetes, and were manufactured with an unstable plastic polymer that may cause the toy to burst into flame when placed in direct sunlight.
The toy Yodas are for external use only, can be harmful if swallowed, and should not be taken internally. They may cause hair loss, halitosis, vomiting, stomach cramps, and internal bleeding. Women who think they may be pregnant should not handle crushed or broken toy Yodas. If you experience an erection lasting more than four hours while using a toy Yoda action figure, call your doctor.
