Kids II Inc. Recalls Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 07081 · announced January 17, 2007 · Kids Ii · 375,000 units affected
The product
The Bright Starts Star Teether Beads (model 8483) has textured soft plastic beads in bright colors and various shapes connected to a flexible plastic ring. The beads on this model are shaped as stars, spirals and ovals. The Bright Starts Teether Beads (model 8549) has plastic beads in bright colors that are shaped as an oval and are connected to a flexible plastic ring.
The hazard
The flexible plastic ring that holds the teether beads in place can crack or break, and the beads can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take this product away from children immediately and contact Kids II for information on receiving a free replacement.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Kids II has received 24 reports of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and the beads becoming detached from the ring. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Discount department and juvenile specialty stores nationwide from June 2006 through January 2007 for between $1 and $3.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to www.kidsii.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.