CPSC recall 11-151, announced March 3, 2011, covers Rhino Toys OBall Links & Mini Rattles™ (about 14,000 units). The hard plastic C-links on both ends of the rattles' soft plastic chain can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from children and contact Rhino Toys to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 250-9969, or go to www.rhinotoys.com.
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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 infant rattles called OBall Links & Mini Rattles™. The soft plastic OBall is 2 1/2 inches in diameter and has beads inside a small plastic bubble that make the rattle sound. The OBall is attached to a 7 1/2 inch soft plastic chain by C-shaped plastic links on both ends. "OBall" is stamped into the top of the plastic chain.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hard plastic C-links on both ends of the rattles' soft plastic chain can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Rhino Toys has received one report of a broken C-link. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from children and contact Rhino Toys to receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Rhino Toys
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-151
- Units
- About 14,000 in the United States and 14,000 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Toys R Us and other specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2010 through December 2010 for about $8.
- Importer
- Rhino Toys Inc., of Santa Cruz, Calif.
OBall Links & Mini Rattles™
CPSC product type: Baby Rattles
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Rhino Toys toll-free at (888) 250-9969 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.rhinotoys.com
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