Recalls / 2009-01-15

Infantino Expands Recall of Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

09101 · Recalled 2009-01-15 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled Infantino Lamb and Lion Grabby Rattles™ are shaped like a lamb and lion respectively. Each has a ring-shaped body and an Infantino elliptical logo stamped on the front right foot of the animal. Rattles without tails on the animals and products with production codes of 0108 and 0508 are not affected by this recall. The production code is printed behind the ear in a dial format with the year (08) in the middle of a circle and an arrow pointing to the number on the circle (01 or 05) that indicates the month.

Hazards

The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Reported injuries

Infantino has received 10 reports of the tail piece on the rattle detaching since March 2008. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a replacement rattle or a product of equal value.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Infantino Lion and Lamb Grabby Rattles™		About 131,000 (This recall was first announced in Mar. 2008)

Parties

Manufacturer: Infantino LLC
Made in: China
Sold at: Wal-Mart, Babies “R” Us, other specialty from May 2007 through September 2008 for between $3, $4.

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.infantino.com

Source: CPSC recall 09101. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.