CPSC recall 08-268, announced May 15, 2008, covers Manhattan Group Tumble Tower Infant Rattles (about 7,000 units). The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can break, resulting in small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 2 incident reports. 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. Recall contact: call (800) 541-1345, or go to www.manhattantoy.com.
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Which products are included?
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.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can break, resulting in small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Manhattan Group has received two reports of the blue plastic end caps breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official 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.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Manhattan Group
- Manufacturer
- Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
- Recall number
- 08-268
- Units
- About 7,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Gift and specialty stores nationwide, mail order catalogs, and the Internet from September 2007 through April 2008 for about $15.
Tumble Tower Infant Rattles
CPSC product type: Rattles
Recall contact information
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 Web site at www.manhattantoy.com
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