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Product recall · CPSCJuly 24, 2008Serious
Kids II Infant Rattles
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What’s wrong
The tip of the rattle's antenna, which is attached to a bee figure, can detach and pose a choking hazard to small children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from small children and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement rattle.
Who to 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
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 19,000
- Recall date
- July 24, 2008
- Made or distributed by
- Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- 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.
8534
Toy stores, mass merchandisers, and other retail stores nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 for about $2-3.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Kids II Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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