Manhattan Group Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Recalled May 15, 2008 · CPSC recall 08268 · Manhattan

Hazard

The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can break, resulting in small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take the toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or contact Manhattan Group to exchange the rattles for another toy.

Units

About 7,000

Incidents / injuries

Manhattan Group has received two reports of the blue plastic end caps breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled Manhattan Toy™ baby rattle is 5 inches long and made of clear plastic with blue end cap pieces. The two clear handles feature colorful beads inside and brightly colored rings on the outside. A blue face spins on a purple post inside the rattle center when it is turned.

What to do

Consumers should take the toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or contact Manhattan Group to exchange the rattles for another toy.

Contact

For additional information, contact Manhattan Group toll-free at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.manhattantoy.com

Product

Tumble Tower Infant Rattles

Manufacturer(s)

Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Retailers

Gift and specialty stores nationwide, mail order catalogs, and the Internet from September 2007 through April 2008 for about $15.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →