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JC Sales Recalls Lil' Buddies Pet Laser Toys 24496 Over Battery Ingestion and Teething Toy Hazards (

JC Sales has issued an active recall for Lil' Buddies Pet Laser Toys, model 24496, sold by discount retailers nationwide. The recall cites serious injury or death risk from battery ingestion. The toys include three button cell batteries and fail to meet mandatory standards for teething toys.

Official notice
Recalled LiL’BUDDIES Pet Laser Toy (front of the package)
Recalled LiL’BUDDIES Pet Laser Toy (front of the package)
Official source
CPSC
Recall date
April 16, 2026
Status
ACTIVE
Severity
8/10

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
April 16, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
JC Sales, VR Wholesale (Arizona), Viva Bargain (California), and various discount stores nationwide and online at jcsalesweb.com from February 2023 through November 2025 for about $1., Lil'
Category
Toys & Children's Products
Sold At
Multiple Retailers
At-Risk Groups
PETS, CHILDREN, GENERAL

What to Do Now

Use this page like a recall checklist: verify the product first, then act on the official remedy.

Immediate steps

  1. 1Stop using the product until you confirm whether it is included in the recall.
  2. 2Compare the product label, model number, UPC, color, size, and purchase location against the identifiers below.
  3. 3Follow the official remedy from Consumer Product Safety Commission; save photos, receipts, labels, and correspondence before contacting the company.
  4. 4If the product could harm a child, older adult, pet, or patient, move it out of reach immediately.

Check these identifiers

Brand
JC Sales, VR Wholesale (Arizona), Viva Bargain (California), and various discount stores nationwide and online at jcsalesweb.com from February 2023 through November 2025 for about $1., Lil'
Product type
Pet Laser Toy
UPC codes
885490244963
Colors
White with blue paw prints
Sold at
Multiple Retailers

Recall Timeline

Key dates and source checks for this recall record.

  1. Recall announced

    April 16, 2026

  2. Reported by CPSC

    April 17, 2026

  3. RecallRadar source check

    April 23, 2026

  4. Consumer action

    Use the official remedy and keep documentation.

More Product Images

Recalled LiL’BUDDIES Pet Laser Toy (back of the package)
Recalled LiL’BUDDIES Pet Laser Toy (back of the package)

Hazard Information

The Montessori toy sets contain an airplane shaped teething toy that has tentacle ends that can pose a choking hazard to young children. The toys also violate the teething toy provision of the mandatory standard for children's toys.

What You Should Do

return it for a full refund. JC Sales toll free at 866-540-3334 and leave a voicemail. Voicemails are processed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at Recall@jcsales.net or online at https://www.jcsalesweb.com/ and click the "Recall" button on website for more information.. Consumers should stop using the recalled pet toys, place them in an area that children cannot access and properly dispose of the batteries. Contact JC Sales for a full refund. Customers will be asked to email a photograph of the disposed items to Recall@jcsales.net. Note: Button cell batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.. Available options: Refund

About This Product

Lil' Buddies Pet Laser Toys are inexpensive pet toys containing laser and battery components. Consumers buy them as low-cost pet enrichment devices.

Why This Is Dangerous

The airplane-shaped teething toy with tentacle ends can pose a choking hazard to young children. It also violates teething toy standard provisions.

Industry Context

This recall is not part of a broader industry pattern, based on provided information.

Real-World Impact

The recall removes a toy with choking risk from households and requires battery disposal and refunds. It creates an administrative process for refunds.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Check model 24496 printed above UPC on back of package.
  2. Look for white toy with blue paw prints on casing.
  3. Find three button cell batteries included in the toy.

Where to find product info

Recall page on jcsalesweb.com or CPSC recall notice

What timeline to expect

Refunds processed after photo submission; typical processing 4-6 weeks

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all attempts to contact JC Sales
  • File a complaint with CPSC if company is unresponsive after a reasonable period

How to prevent similar issues

  • Avoid button-cell battery toys for young children; verify teething toy standards; buy from reputable retailers with clear recall processes
  • Check product packaging for model numbers before purchase

Documentation advice

Keep recall notice, photos of disposed item and batteries, and receipt of refund request

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Product Details

Product: Lil' Buddies Pet Laser Toys, model 24496. Colors: white with small blue paw prints. Sold by: discount stores nationwide and online at jcsalesweb.com from February 2023 through November 2025. Price: about $1.

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported in the provided material.

Key Facts

  • Brand: JC Sales
  • Product: Lil' Buddies Pet Laser Toys
  • Batteries: Includes three button cell batteries
  • Sold: Feb 2023–Nov 2025

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
PETSCHILDRENGENERAL
Injury Types
CHOKINGELECTRICALPOISONING

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