Manhattan Group Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-05-15). Hazards: choking. About 7,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08268 |
| Published | 2008-05-15 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Rattles |
| Products | Tumble Tower Infant Rattles |
| Firm named in the title | Manhattan Group |
| Firms | Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,000 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Gift and specialty stores nationwide, mail order catalogs, and the Internet from September 2007 through April 2008 for about $15. |
Description
The recalled Manhattan Toy™ baby rattle is 5 inches long and made of clear plastic with blue end cap pieces. The two clear handles feature colorful beads inside and brightly colored rings on the outside. A blue face spins on a purple post inside the rattle center when it is turned.
Hazard
The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can break, resulting in small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should take the toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or contact Manhattan Group to exchange the rattles for another toy.
Incidents and injuries
Manhattan Group has received two reports of the blue plastic end caps breaking. No injuries have been reported.
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