Infant Rattles Recalled by Lee Carter Co. Due to Choking Hazard
CPSC recall 12093 · announced January 24, 2012 · Lee Carter Co · 25,000 units affected
The product
The recalled rattles are made out of multi-colored, woven plastic and have a bell inside. They measure about 4 1/2 inches long. "Made in Mexico" and "Lee Carter Company" are printed on a tag on a purple plastic loop at the end of the rattle's handle.
The hazard
The rattle's handle is small enough to fit into a child's throat, posing a choking hazard and violating federal rattle standards.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from infants and return them to Lee Carter Co. for a full refund or credit towards a replacement product. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Various Mexican specialty craft stores nationwide from February 2001 through October 2011 for about $4.
Consumer contact: For additional information, consumers should call Lee Carter Co. collect at (415) 824-2004 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.leecartercompany.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.