Target Recalls Baby Rattles and Ornaments for Choking Hazard
Plush Baby Rattles and Photo Frame Ornaments
Date of Recall
2007-01-18CPSC Release Number
07-083Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 460,000Manufacturer
Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.Sold By
Target stores exclusively nationwide from November 2006 through December 2006 for $1.Problem/Hazard
Small parts on the plush rattles and frame ornaments can break or detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Additionally, the rattles’ plastic ring can break and expose sharp points.Injuries/Incidents
Target has received 11 reports of the pompoms, eyes, nose and bows detaching from rattles and frame ornaments, including one report of a baby mouthing a detached part. No injuries have been reported.Description
This recall involves plush rattles and frame ornaments sold in the "See. Spot. Save." department of Target stores. The two styles of rattles include a pink bear and a green moose. The plush animals either have a rattle inside or a plastic ring attached. The photo frame ornaments are a pink bear or green moose holding either a square or heart-shaped frame.Remedy
Consumers should stop using the rattles and photo frames immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned item plus applicable sales tax.Consumer Contact
For more information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit Target’s Web site at www.Target.comRecall Comments
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