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Product recall · CPSCMarch 3, 2011Serious
Rattles
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The hard plastic C-links on both ends of the rattles' soft plastic chain can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Choking hazard from small parts.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from children and contact Rhino Toys to receive a full refund.
Who to 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
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 14,000 in the United States and 14,000 in Canada
- Recall date
- March 3, 2011
- Brand
- Rhino Toys Inc., of Santa Cruz, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
- What has been reported
- Rhino Toys has received one report of a broken C-link. No injuries have been reported.
Toys R Us and other specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2010 through December 2010 for about $8.
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: “Rattles Recalled by Rhino Toys 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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