Manhattan Group Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 08268 · announced May 15, 2008 · Manhattan Group · 7,000 units affected
The product
The recalled Manhattan Toy™ baby rattle is 5 inches long and made of clear plastic with blue end cap pieces. The two clear handles feature colorful beads inside and brightly colored rings on the outside. A blue face spins on a purple post inside the rattle center when it is turned.
The hazard
The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can break, resulting in small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or contact Manhattan Group to exchange the rattles for another toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Manhattan Group has received two reports of the blue plastic end caps breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Gift and specialty stores nationwide, mail order catalogs, and the Internet from September 2007 through April 2008 for about $15.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Manhattan Group toll-free at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.manhattantoy.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.