CPSC Recall in 2017: TOMY Recalls Munching Max Chipmunk Toys Due to Laceration Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-188

Date: July 13, 2017

Product Name: Lamaze Munching Max chipmunk stuffed toys

Recall Description:

This recall involves Lamaze Munching Max chipmunk stuffed toys with item number L27578. “Tomy,” “Lamaze” and the item number are printed on a sewn-in fabric label near the tail of the toy. The stuffed toy is multi-colored with a white clip on the head of the chipmunk. When the clip is pulled, the chipmunk toy vibrates and simulates eating the cloth nut attached to its arm.

Hazard Description:

Parts inside the toy can break creating a sharp point that can penetrate the surface of the toy, posing a laceration hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 9,300 (In addition, 4,700 were sold in Canada)

Incidents:

TOMY International has received one report of a minor laceration injury to a child’s hand.

Sold At:

Babies R Us, Toy R Us and other retail stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from May 2016 through July 2017 for about $16.

Manufactured In:

China