Monti Kids Recalls Toy Box with Bins Due to Choking Hazard (Recall Alert)
CPSC recall 22759 · announced July 21, 2022 · Monti Kids · 1,500 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Box with Bins included in the Monti Kids' Level 5 of the Monti Kids Program subscription box. The box is made of wood and has three bins colored blue, red, and yellow. The toy measures approximately 13 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches and this recall includes toys with lot numbers 0D41 and 1A41. The lot number, along with the following text, can be found on the bottom of the toy: "Montessori designs, Ethically Made in Vietnam, and ASTM CPSIA Safety Certified," are printed on the underside of the box.
The hazard
A small dowel can become exposed and detach from the toy box, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled Box with Bins and contact Monti Kids for instructions to receive a $35 refund. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received five reports of the small dowel being exposed after separating from the outer cabinet. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Online at www.montikids.com from July 2021 through February 2022 for about $35 (Box with Bins) and about $300 (Level 5 Monti Kids Subscription Box toy set).
Consumer contact: Monti Kids at 800-674-3845 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at customercare@montikids.com or online at www.montikids.com/recalls/boxwithbins or www.montikids.com and click on "Recalls" for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.