An official ACCC notice concerns Heartwarming Hugs Bear 2 with the zipper closure. Risk of serious injury or death from choking if a young child swallows the zipper slider. Published 2026-05-11.
What to do now
Stop using the affected Heartwarming Hug Bear 2 immediately and keep out of reach of young children. Return the affected bears to a Build-A-Bear Workshop for a full refund or Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card. Contact Build-A-Bear Workshop Email: recall@buildabear.com.au Visit: https://buildabear.com.au/pages/contact
Recall number
98d6ebb0-b770-4d39-b1a3-042f786ef370
Official notice
2026-05-11
The hazard
The hazard
Risk of serious injury or death from choking if a young child swallows the zipper slider.
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Brand: Build-a-bear Workshop. Contact: Build-A-Bear Workshop.
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