Melissa & Doug recalls Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board sold at Target

September 17, 2026 · Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

What it is

The Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board is a toy made by Melissa & Doug. It was sold only at Target stores nationwide and on Target.com from July 2025 through August 2026 for about $30. About 84,000 were sold.

The hazard

The small fire hose port can come loose and detach, which is a choking hazard that could lead to serious injury. The company has received 26 reports of the port coming loose and one report of a minor cut.

Check if you own it

Look for the Melissa & Doug Lights & Sounds Fire Truck Activity Board that you bought at Target, in a store or online, between July 2025 and August 2026.

What to do

Stop using the toy right away. Register at www.melissaanddoug.com/recall. You can choose a free replacement, a full $30 refund by check, or a $40 melissaanddoug.com store credit. You will be asked to take out the batteries, write "RECALL" and the unique code you are given on the front of the toy with permanent marker, and cut the black hose off. Then upload a photo of the toy to the registration page. Once your registration is confirmed, throw the toy away in your ordinary household trash.

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