Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 08373 · announced August 26, 2008 · International Playthings · 10,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Taggies™ Strollin' Along stroller activity bars. The multicolored, fabric, and plastic activity bars feature a yellow giraffe, a purple hippo and a blue elephant attached to a 12" long elliptical base with straps that attach to a stroller. The Taggies™ and Earlyears® logos are located on woven and satin labels sewn into the seam on the lower left front of the activity bar.
The hazard
The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately stop using the activity bars and contact International Playthings for a free replacement toy.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): International Playthings has received three reports of the shiny material detaching and children putting it in their mouths. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Specialty toy stores nationwide and on the Internet from February 2007 through July 2008 for about $23.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 or visit the company's Web site at www.intplay.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.