Rattles Recalled by Rhino Toys Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 11151 · announced March 3, 2011 · Rhino Toys · 14,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves infant rattles called OBall Links & Mini Rattles™. The soft plastic OBall is 2 1/2 inches in diameter and has beads inside a small plastic bubble that make the rattle sound. The OBall is attached to a 7 1/2 inch soft plastic chain by C-shaped plastic links on both ends. "OBall" is stamped into the top of the plastic chain.
The hazard
The hard plastic C-links on both ends of the rattles' soft plastic chain can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from children and contact Rhino Toys to receive a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Rhino Toys has received one report of a broken C-link. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Toys R Us and other specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2010 through December 2010 for about $8.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Rhino Toys toll-free at (888) 250-9969 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.rhinotoys.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.