Kids II Inc. Recalls Crib Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Recalled January 31, 2008 · CPSC recall 08176 · Kids II

Hazard

The anchors that hold the straps to the back of the turtle can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crib toys and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement toy.

Units

About 15,000

Incidents / injuries

Kids II has received 23 reports of anchors breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The Baby Einstein Baby Neptune Soothing Seascape crib toy is a plastic molded turtle with a toy aquarium body that has woven fabric straps that attach to the side rails of a crib. The toy turtle has a stuffed fabric head and feet. Model number 30858 is printed on the label on the leg of the turtle. Only crib toys manufactured in October 2007 with date code BJ7 printed on the back of the battery compartment, are included in the recall.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled crib toys and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement toy.

Contact

For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (866) 203-6788 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidsii.com

Product

Baby Einstein Baby Neptune™ Soothing Seascape Crib Toys

Manufacturer(s)

Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.

Retailers

Discount department stores and on-line retailers nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for between $25 and $30.

Made in

China

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