June 12, 2026 — A consumer has reported a significant safety concern regarding a “try me” button associated with an LED sign purchased from Hobby Lobby, highlighting a potential choking hazard for children due to the absence of a safety screw designed to secure the button. The manufacturer’s response to this specific report is currently unknown.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident was reported on May 19, 2026, by a consumer who was in the process of cleaning out their office. Before discarding the packaging and an LED sign, the consumer removed the “try me” button from its box. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the manufacturer had failed to install a safety screw, which is typically designed to prevent small children from detaching and potentially ingesting the button. This oversight immediately raised concerns about the safety of the product, particularly for households with young children. The product itself was described as an “LED sign” that came with the “try me” button, but specific model information was not provided in the report.
Safety Concerns
The primary safety concern stemming from this incident is the significant choking hazard posed by the unsecured “try me” button.
- Immediate Dangers: Small, easily detachable parts like this “try me” button are a severe choking risk, especially for infants and toddlers (typically under the age of three) who are prone to exploring objects by putting them in their mouths. Choking can lead to oxygen deprivation, brain damage, or even death if not addressed immediately.
- Long-Term Risks: While not directly mentioned, if ingested, foreign objects can also cause internal injuries, blockages in the digestive tract, or require surgical removal.
- Who Might Be Affected: Young children are most vulnerable. Products with small, unsecured parts present a clear danger in any household where children are present or visit. Even in offices or adult-only spaces, such items could accidentally fall into a child’s reach.
- Property Damage Potential: There is no property damage risk associated with this specific incident. The hazard is entirely personal injury focused.
The absence of a critical safety component like a retaining screw demonstrates a potential design or manufacturing defect that could impact a wider range of products utilizing similar “try me” button mechanisms.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who have purchased an LED sign or similar product from Hobby Lobby that includes a “try me” button should take the following steps:
- Immediate Steps to Take: If you have this product, immediately inspect the “try me” button. If it is easily detachable or appears to lack a securing mechanism (like a screw), remove it from the reach of children.
- How to Check for the Affected Product: Unfortunately, the specific model of the LED sign was not provided in the incident report. Consumers should carefully examine any “try me” buttons on Hobby Lobby products, especially those that came in packaging, to ensure they are securely fastened and cannot be easily removed by a child.
- Prevention Measures: Until a secure fastening can be confirmed, consider these “try me” buttons to be a choking hazard. Store the product and its components out of reach of children or remove the button entirely and dispose of it safely.
- Reporting Procedures: If you discover a similar issue with a product from Hobby Lobby or any other retailer, it is crucial to report it.
- Contact Hobby Lobby directly to inform them of the safety concern.
- File a report with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.SaferProducts.gov. Your report helps identify dangerous products and can lead to recalls.
Manufacturer’s Response
No manufacturer response has been provided in the incident report. Consumers are encouraged to reach out to Hobby Lobby directly with any concerns or to seek clarification on the safety of their products.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.