January 15, 2009
Infantino is recalling 131,000 Lion and Lamb Grabby rattles, in addition to 20,000 that were recalled in March 2008.
The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Infantino has received 10 reports of the tail piece on the rattle detaching since March 2008. No injuries have been reported.
The recalled Infantino Lamb and Lion Grabby Rattles are shaped like a lamb and lion respectively. Each has a ring-shaped body and an Infantino elliptical logo stamped on the front right foot of the animal. Rattles without tails on the animals and products with production codes of 0108 and 0508 are not affected by this recall. The production code is printed behind the ear in a dial format with the year (08) in the middle of a circle and an arrow pointing to the number on the circle (01 or 05) that indicates the month.
The rattles were sold at Wal-Mart, Babies R Us and other specialty stores nationwide from May 2007 through September 2008 for between $3 and $4. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a replacement rattle or a product of equal value.
For additional information, contact Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.infantino.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).