Build-A-Bear Workshop UK Limited recalls Heartwarming Hugs Bear

Build-A-Bear Workshop UK Limited is carrying out a recall of the Build-A-Bear Workshop Heartwarming Hugs Bear.

The risk reported to the CCPC is choking. The zipper slider on the side pouch can detach creating a small part. A small child may put it in their mouth and choke.

The brand is Build-A-Bear Workshop. The batch numbers are 09/25, 1092090. The model number is 434464. The bar code is 000000434464.

There are approximately 42 affected products in the Republic of Ireland. The product was sold instore and online via buildabear.co.uk between 21 January – 06 March 2026.

What to do:

Customers should stop using the product immediately and keep out of the reach of children.

Customers can return the product to your local Build-A-Bear Workshop for a full refund or gift card. If you are unable to return to store, please contact Build-A-Bear to receive a free return shipping label. Contact the Build-A-Bear Customer Service team via email at producthotline@buildabear.com or phone +44 800 037 9782, Monday to Saturday 9am to 11pm and Sunday 1pm to 10.30pm.

For more information regarding this recall, please visit Product Safety Recalls .

 

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