CPSC recall 08-176, announced January 31, 2008, covers Kids II Baby Einstein Baby Neptune™ Soothing Seascape Crib Toys (about 15,000 units). The anchors that hold the straps to the back of the turtle can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 23 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crib toys and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement toy. Recall contact: call (866) 203-6788, or go to www.kidsii.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.
Model number 30858 is printed on the label on the leg of the turtle.
Which products are included?
The Baby Einstein Baby Neptune Soothing Seascape crib toy is a plastic molded turtle with a toy aquarium body that has woven fabric straps that attach to the side rails of a crib. The toy turtle has a stuffed fabric head and feet. Model number 30858 is printed on the label on the leg of the turtle. Only crib toys manufactured in October 2007 with date code BJ7 printed on the back of the battery compartment, are included in the recall.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The anchors that hold the straps to the back of the turtle can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Kids II has received 23 reports of anchors breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crib toys and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement toy.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kids II
- Manufacturer
- Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
- Product type
- Cribs & bassinets, Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 08-176
- Units
- About 15,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department stores and on-line retailers nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for between $25 and $30.
Baby Einstein Baby Neptune™ Soothing Seascape Crib Toys
CPSC product type: Toys (Crib)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidsii.com
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