HIGH

Zelbuck Children's Chess Games Recalled Over Magnet Ingestion Risk

Zelbuck recalled children's chess games on February 26, 2026, due to a serious ingestion hazard. The games contain loose magnets that can lead to serious injury or death if swallowed. Consumers should stop using the games immediately and seek a full refund.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
February 26, 2026
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brands
Zelbuck Children's Chess Games, Zelbuck
Category
Toys & Children's Products
Sold At
Amazon
At-Risk Groups
CHILDREN

Product Images

Recalled Zelbuck "Magnetism ball game" – box
Recalled Zelbuck "Magnetism ball game" – box
"Magnetism Ball Game" is printed on the front of the "Magnetism ball game" box and "Number 999-9" on the back
"Magnetism Ball Game" is printed on the front of the "Magnetism ball game" box and "Number 999-9" on the back
Recalled children's Zelbuck "Magnetism ball game" chess game
Recalled children's Zelbuck "Magnetism ball game" chess game

Hazard Information

The recalled children's chess games violate the mandatory standard for toys because they contain loose magnets posing an ingestion hazard to children. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other, or other metal objects, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting, and/or blockage of the intestines, blood poisoning and death.

What You Should Do

return it for a full refund. n b plus by email at zelbuckrecall@sina.com.. Consumers should stop using the recalled games immediately, take them away from children and contact n b plus for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to write "RECALLED" in permanent marker on the games and send a photo of the marked games to zelbuckrecall@sina.com. Consumers should then dispose of the recalled product.. Available options: Refund

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Product Details

The recalled chess games are blue turtle-shaped with a white playing board. They include a multi-colored spinner and 32 black magnetic balls stored under the board. The box is marked "Magnetism Ball Game" and has the number "999-9" printed on the back.

The Hazard

The chess games violate mandatory toy safety standards due to loose magnets. If swallowed, these high-powered magnets can attract each other or metal objects, causing serious digestive issues, including perforation, blockage, and blood poisoning.

What to Do

Stop using the recalled chess games immediately. Contact n b plus at zelbuckrecall@sina.com for a full refund. Mark the games as "RECALLED" with permanent marker and send a photo of the marked games to the provided email.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns, email n b plus at zelbuckrecall@sina.com. More information is available at the CPSC website.

Key Facts

  • Recalled chess games are blue turtle-shaped
  • Contain 32 black magnetic balls
  • Hazard: ingestion of magnets
  • Stop using immediately
  • Contact for full refund

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
CHILDREN
Injury Types
CHOKINGOTHER

Product Details

Report Date
February 27, 2026
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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