Infantino Expands Recall of Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Infantino Lion and Lamb Grabby Rattles™

Date of Recall
2009-01-15

CPSC Release Number
09-101

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(888) 808-3111

Units
About 131,000 (20,000 units were previously recalled in March 2008)

Manufacturer
Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif.

Sold By
Wal-Mart, Babies “R” Us and other specialty stores nationwide from May 2007 through September 2008 for between $3 and $4.

Problem/Hazard
The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents
Infantino has received 10 reports of the tail piece on the rattle detaching since March 2008. No injuries have been reported.

Description
The recalled Infantino Lamb and Lion Grabby Rattles™ are shaped like a lamb and lion respectively. Each has a ring-shaped body and an Infantino elliptical logo stamped on the front right foot of the animal. Rattles without tails on the animals and products with production codes of 0108 and 0508 are not affected by this recall. The production code is printed behind the ear in a dial format with the year (08) in the middle of a circle and an arrow pointing to the number on the circle (01 or 05) that indicates the month.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a replacement rattle or a product of equal value.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.infantino.com

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