CPSC recall 11-035, announced November 10, 2010, covers Rocking Horses (about 1,200 units). The reins on the rocking horse bridle are long enough to form a loop around a child's head and neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately remove or cut the reins to eliminate the hazard. Recall contact: call (623) 302-6313.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Rocking Horse Depot's small, medium and large rocking horses with bridles. The rocking horse has a hardwood frame and is covered with synthetic hide. Each rocking horse has fluffy mane and tail, and a leather Rocking Horse Depot emblem on the right side of the saddle.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The reins on the rocking horse bridle are long enough to form a loop around a child's head and neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC has received one report of a near strangulation incident involving a 21-month old girl who became entangled in the reins at her neck. The girl's parents freed her without injury.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove or cut the reins to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also contact Rocking Horse Depot for instructions on how to remove the reins.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rocking Horse Depot
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-035
- Units
- About 1,200
- Manufactured in
- Poland
- Sold at / sales period
- RockingHorseDepot.com from November 2006 through December 2009 for between $105 and $185.
- Importer
- Rocking Horse Depot, of Buckeye, Ariz.
Rocking Horses
CPSC product type: Unpowered Nonwheeled Riding Toys
Recall contact information
For more information, please contact Rocking Horse Depot collect at (623) 302-6313 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website atwww.rockinghorsedepot.com
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