Build-A-Bear Workshop Heartwarming Hugs Bears

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., of St Louis, Missouri has recalled Build-A-Bear Workshop Heartwarming Hugs Bears, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recall was announced on April 30, 2026. It involves a fall or tip-over hazard.

Below is a plain-English summary of what was recalled, why it was recalled, how to tell whether you have the affected product, and what steps you can take. For the complete and most current details, you can view the CPSC record linked further down this page.

What was recalled?

This recall covers Build-A-Bear Workshop Heartwarming Hugs Bears, with approximately About 36,000 (In addition 520 were sold in Canada) affected. The company behind the recall is Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc., of St Louis, Missouri.

From the official recall notice: “This recall involves the Heartwarming Hugs weighted plush bear with model number 034464. It has a side pouch containing a heart filled with 2.5 pounds of ceramic beads, which can be heated or cooled for comfort. The pouch is secured with a zipper. The product is graded 3 years+ and carries a cautionary statement advising adult supervision due to the heated/cooled element. The model number is located on the label sew…”

Why was Build-A-Bear Workshop Heartwarming Hugs Bears recalled?

According to the CPSC, the hazard is described as follows: “The zipper slider on the side pouch can detach, posing a risk of serious injury or death from choking hazard to children.” In plain terms, this recall relates to a fall or tip-over hazard.

A fall or tip-over hazard means the product can become unstable and tip, drop, or collapse, which can injure the user or nearby children. These recalls are common for furniture, seating, and baby products. Consumers are advised to stop using the product and follow the provided remedy.

Reported injuries at the time of the recall notice: There has been one consumer report in the United Kingdom of the zipper slider detaching while in use, and no reports in the United States. No injuries have been reported.

What should you do?

If you think you may have bought Build-A-Bear Workshop Heartwarming Hugs Bears, compare it against the product description and identifying codes before using it.

The official recall notice states: “Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Heartwarming Hugs Bear and return it to a local Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a refund in the form of original payment or a gift card for the original purchase price redeemable toward any available Make-Your-Own furry friend and any other available merchandise. If a consumer is unable to return their Heartwarming Hugs Bear to a local store, they can visit…”

About this recall

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