Recalls / 2012-04-26

Manhattan Group Recalls Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

12161 · Recalled 2012-04-26 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves Whoozit® Starry Time baby rattles. The plastic rattles feature three colored (orange, aqua blue and purple) stars stacked front to back between two clear spheres on a flexible stem. The rattle measures about 5-1/2-inches long. Each clear ball, located at the end of the rattle, measures 1-3/4 inches in diameter. The clear rattles contain small multi-colored beads and a white plastic disc featuring a blue smiling character face inside. The name of the product is printed on the hang tag.

Hazards

The clear spheres on each end of the rattle can break, releasing small parts, posing a choking hazard to small children.

Reported injuries

Manhattan Group has received two reports of rattles breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take these rattles away from young children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Whoozit® Starry Time Rattle		About 3,000 in the United States and 150 in Canada

Parties

Importer: Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Made in: China
Sold at: Specialty toy, baby, in Canada, online at www.manhattantoy.com

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Manhattan Group toll-free at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.manhattantoy.com

Source: CPSC recall 12161. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.