Auzou Dress-Up Plush Toy Recalled Due to Potential Injury Hazard

Source: Health Canada · Canada

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Auzou Éditions has recalled over 600 dress-up plush toys in Canada due to the potential presence of metallic foreign bodies that pose a risk of injury.

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What Happened

Auzou Éditions has initiated a recall for the "My dress-up plush toy" due to the potential presence of metallic foreign bodies within the product. These metallic objects pose a risk of injury to users. As of March 6, 2026, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries related to this product in Canada.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall involves the Auzou "My dress-up plush toy." The toy is characterized by an orange jacket with a button, blue pants with a button, and a green backpack.

  • Batch Code: LI210123-1
  • Identification: The batch code is printed on a fabric label attached to the toy, the main cardboard tag, and a tag attached to the toy's ear.
  • Quantity: Approximately 626 units were sold in Canada.
  • Sales Period: Affected products were sold from October 2024 to November 2025.
  • Origin: Manufactured in China.

What You Should Do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled plush toy and return it to the point of purchase to obtain a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Auzou Éditions by telephone at 438-387-5523, via email at editions@auzou.ca, or by visiting the company's website at www.auzou.ca.

Why This Matters

The presence of metallic foreign bodies in a children's toy creates a physical hazard that could lead to injury during use. Under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is prohibited to redistribute, sell, or give away recalled products.

Source

Information provided by Health Canada.

Original source: Health Canada Official Notice ↗

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What is this Health Canada recall about?
Auzou Éditions has recalled over 600 dress-up plush toys in Canada due to the potential presence of metallic foreign bodies that pose a risk of injury.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Health Canada. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
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