Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 8,500 (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 18-234 Published September 28, 2018

Mason & Billy action dolls and Mason & Billy HeForShe special edition action dolls

The joints on the vinyl dolls can break, creating broken pieces that pose a choking hazard to young children. Manufactured by Mentor International Corp. of Dongguan City and sold at www.biddleandbop.com and small retailers from December 2016 – May 2018 for about $100.

Recalled Billy Action Doll
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Recalled Billy Action Doll

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The joints on the vinyl dolls can break, creating broken pieces that pose a choking hazard to young children.

32
Incident reports to the firm
0
Injuries reported
0
SaferProducts.gov reports

Boy Story has received about 32 reports of the vinyl breaking on the joints. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled dolls away from children and contact Boy Story LLC for instructions on how to receive a full refund of the purchase price.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerMentor International Corp. of Dongguan City, Guangdong Province, China
UnitsAbout 8,500 (in addition, about 40 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atwww.biddleandbop.com and small retailers
Sales periodDecember 2016 – May 2018
PriceAbout $100

How to reach the firm

Phone
240-670-0221
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday
Email

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