CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-01-17

Kids II Inc. Recalls Teethers Due to Choking Hazard

07081 · Recalled 2007-01-17 · CPSC page

Recalled Model 8483 Teether Beads
Recalled Model 8483 Teether Beads

Description

The Bright Starts Star Teether Beads (model 8483) has textured soft plastic beads in bright colors and various shapes connected to a flexible plastic ring. The beads on this model are shaped as stars, spirals and ovals. The Bright Starts Teether Beads (model 8549) has plastic beads in bright colors that are shaped as an oval and are connected to a flexible plastic ring.

Hazards

The flexible plastic ring that holds the teether beads in place can crack or break, and the beads can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.

Reported injuries

Kids II has received 24 reports of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and the beads becoming detached from the ring. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should take this product away from children immediately and contact Kids II for information on receiving a free replacement.

Products

NameModelUnits
Bright Starts Star Teether Beads and Bright Starts Teether BeadsAbout 375,000

Parties

Distributor
Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
Made in
China
Sold at
Discount department, juvenile specialty from June 2006 through January 2007 for between $1, $3.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to www.kidsii.com

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Recalled Model 8549 Teether Beads
Recalled Model 8549 Teether Beads

Source: CPSC recall 07081. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.