CPSC Recall in 2017: Panelcraft Recalls Children’s Building Sets Due to Choking Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-192

Date: August 01, 2017

Product Name: Children’s magnetic building sets

Recall Description:

This recall involves two styles of Panelcraft™ Rainbow magnetic building sets: Rainbow Dream Builder and Rainbow Solid Builder. The solid builder set includes 19 pieces: 11 solid panels in red, yellow, green, blue and purple and 8 white windows that measure 9 inches by 9 inches. The rainbow dream builder set includes 19 windows in red, yellow, green, blue and purple colors that measure 9 inches by 9 inches.  

Hazard Description:

The building sets corner welds can break, allowing the panels and frames to separate and release magnets during play. When released, exposed magnets can create a choking hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 2,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Discount School Supply, Kaplan Early Learning Company, Panelcraft and Tout About Toys from November 2016 through January 2017 for between $120 and $150.

Manufactured In:

China