Kids II Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 08343 · announced July 24, 2008 · Kids Ii · 19,000 units affected
The product
The soft toy rattle is a bee with a yellow head, ring-shaped green body, blue/green wings and purple/red antennas. Model number 8534 and date code PA8 are printed on a sewn-in label on the bee's head.
The hazard
The tip of the rattle's antenna, which is attached to a bee figure, can detach and pose a choking hazard to small children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from small children and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement rattle.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Kids II has received two reports of the tip of the antenna detaching from the rattle, including one report that the purple ball from the tip of the antenna was in the baby's mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Toy stores, mass merchandisers, and other retail stores nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 for about $2-3.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at 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.