Recalls / 2007-12-13
Infantino® Recalls Infant Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
08135 · Recalled 2007-12-13 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves Infantino® lion teethers. The yellow and orange plastic teethers have date codes 6116, 6129, 6158, 6137, 0606, 0806, 0906, and 1006. The date codes are located on the back of the lion's head, above the Infantino® logo. Lion teethers with other date codes are not included in this recall.
Hazards
The plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Reported injuries
Infantino® has received eight reports of the nose detaching, including one report of a child gagging on the bitten off nose.
Remedy
Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact Infantino® for a replacement teether or a product of equal value.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Infantino® Lion Teethers | About 28,000 |
Parties
- Manufacturer
- Infantino® LLC
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Babies “R” Us, Pottery Barn Kids, other specialty from June 2006 through December 2007 for about $5.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Infantino® toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.infantino.com
Source: CPSC recall 08135. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.