CPSC recall 11-293, announced August 2, 2011, covers Battat Toy keys with remote (about 1,080,000 units). The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard. The notice cites 17 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy keys away from children and contact Battat to receive replacement keys. Recall contact: call (866) 665-5524, or go to www.battatco.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 includes all B. FunKeys™ with factory code H58000-01 or H26300-01, and Parents® Magazine Electronic Keys with factory code H26300-01. The factory code is located on the back of the remote. The remote of the B. Fun Keys is olive green or red and the top of the keys are multi-colored. The remote of the Parents Magazine Electronic Keys comes in different colors and the top of the keys is a solid color. Both remotes have sound buttons, and the metal keys hang from a plastic ring.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard.
Incidents and injuries
CPSC and Battat have received 17 reports of keys breaking, and 14 reports of key rings breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy keys away from children and contact Battat to receive replacement keys.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Battat
- Product type
- Toys & play sets
- Recall number
- 11-293
- Units
- About 1,080,000 in the United States and 3,600 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Retailers nationwide and online sellers from April 2010 to May 2011 for B. FunKeys, and from January 2006 to December 2009 for Parents Magazine keys for about $9.
- Importer
- Battat Inc., of Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Toy keys with remote
CPSC product type: Toys
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Battat toll-free at (866) 665-5524 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.battatco.com
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