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PlanToys Baby Gyms Due to Strangulation Hazard
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
Babies can strangle on the side rope crossbars on the baby gyms.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
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.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the baby gyms and contact PlanToys for a free replacement baby gym.
Who to contact: PlanToys toll-free at 866-517-7526 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at Michael@plantoysinc.com or online at www.PlanToys.com and click on Safety at the bottom of the page for more information.
The product
This recall involves PlanToys baby gyms that are set on the floor for babies. Babies lay under the gym to play with the hanging mobiles. The wooden gyms are tan and have four legs with four different color balls in the middle that are connected by two ropes on the sides. There are two space-themed mobiles hanging from the top bar. The manufacturing date code TH 080116 through TH 082916 is printed on the top corner joint connecting ball.
Details
- Units affected
- About 500
- Recall date
- October 25, 2017
- Brand
- PlanToys Inc., of Union City, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Specialty toy and baby product stores nationwide and online at Diapers.com, Target.com and other websites from September 2016 through May 2017 for about $50.
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: “PlanToys Recalls Baby Gyms Due to Strangulation 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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