CPSC Recall in 2006: Halloween Pumpkin Decoration Kits Sold at Target Stores Recalled by Paper Magic Group Due to Choking Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 07-013

Date: October 23, 2006

Product Name: Mr. Potato Head "Make a Monster Pumpkin" and Mr. Potato Head "Make a Fireman Pumpkin" and Mrs. Potato Head "Make a Diva Pumpkin"

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paper Magic Group Inc., of Scranton, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 97,000 Mr. Potato Head "Make a Monster Pumpkin" and Mr. Potato Head "Make a Fireman Pumpkin" and Mrs. Potato Head "Make a Diva Pumpkin." The pumpkin decoration kits contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.Name of Product: Mr. Potato Head "Make a Monster Pumpkin" and Mr. Potato Head "Make a Fireman Pumpkin" and Mrs. Potato Head "Make a Diva Pumpkin"Units: About 97,000Manufacturer: Paper Magic Group Inc., of Scranton, Pa.Hazard: The pumpkin decoration kits contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.Description: The recalled kits include plastic ears, eyes, noses, mouth, hands, shoes, hats, eyeglasses and jewelry that are used to decorate Halloween pumpkins. The recall includes Mr. Potato Head "Make a Monster Pumpkin" and "Make a Fireman Pumpkin" and Mrs. Potato Head "Make a Diva Pumpkin." The products are labeled for ages 2 and older. Products with small parts intended for children under 3 years old are prohibited due to a choking hazard.Sold exclusively at: Target Stores nationwide from September through October 2006 for about $5.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using these pumpkin decorating kits immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Paper Magic Group Inc. toll-free at (866) 394-5047 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.papermagic.com.

Hazard Description:

The pumpkin decoration kits contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 97,000

Incidents:

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Target Stores nationwide from September through October 2006 for about $5.

Manufactured In:

China