CPSC recall 08-135, announced December 13, 2007, covers Infantino® Lion Teethers (about 28,000 units). The plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 8 incident reports. Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact Infantino® for a replacement teether or a product of equal value. Recall contact: call (888) 808-3111, or go to www.service.infantino.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Infantino® has received eight reports of the nose detaching, including one report of a child gagging on the bitten off nose.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Infantino
- Manufacturer
- Infantino® LLC, of San Diego, Calif.
- Product type
- Pacifiers & teethers
- Recall number
- 08-135
- Units
- About 28,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Babies “R” Us, Pottery Barn Kids and other specialty stores nationwide from June 2006 through December 2007 for about $5.
Infantino® Lion Teethers
CPSC product type: Teething Items
Recall contact information
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
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