Munchkin Recalls Waterpede Bath Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Waterpede™ children's bath toys

Date of Recall
2018-05-10

CPSC Release Number
18-153

Manufactured In
China

Units
About 72,000

Importer
Munchkin Inc., of Van Nuys, Calif.

Sold By
Babies R Us, Target, and other stores nationwide and online at munchkin.com from September 2015 through January 2018 for between $5 and $7.

Problem/Hazard
The bath toy can break apart exposing small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received one report of the toy breaking apart and exposing small beads. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Munchkin's Waterpede bath toys. The one piece multi-colored Centipede -shaped toy allows water to be scooped from the top, and flows through the chambers of bottom. The bath toy is 100% plastic and is for children six months and up.

Remedy
Replace

Consumer Contact
Munchkin toll-free at 877-242-3134 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.munchkin.com , click on Help at the bottom of the page and then Recalls for more information.

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