Rattles Recalled by Rhino Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Recalled March 3, 2011 · CPSC recall 11151 · Rattles

Hazard

The hard plastic C-links on both ends of the rattles' soft plastic chain can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Refund

Units

About 14,000 in the United States and 14,000 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

Rhino Toys has received one report of a broken C-link. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves infant rattles called OBall Links & Mini Rattles™. The soft plastic OBall is 2 1/2 inches in diameter and has beads inside a small plastic bubble that make the rattle sound. The OBall is attached to a 7 1/2 inch soft plastic chain by C-shaped plastic links on both ends. "OBall" is stamped into the top of the plastic chain.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from children and contact Rhino Toys to receive a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Rhino Toys toll-free at (888) 250-9969 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.rhinotoys.com

Product

OBall Links & Mini Rattles™

Imported by

Rhino Toys Inc., of Santa Cruz, Calif.

Retailers

Toys R Us and other specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2010 through December 2010 for about $8.

Made in

China

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