CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Infantino® Recalls Infant Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
This recall involves Infantino® lion teethers. The yellow and orange plastic teethers have date codes 6116, 6129, 6158, 6137, 0606, 0806, 0906, and 1006. The date codes are located on the back of the lion's head, above the Infantino® logo. Lion teethers with other date codes are not included in this recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should take the recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact Infantino® for a replacement teether or a product of equal value.
Contact Information
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 firm's Web site at www.service.infantino.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Babies “R” Us, Pottery Barn Kids and other specialty stores nationwide from June 2006 through December 2007 for about $5.
Injuries
Infantino® has received eight reports of the nose detaching, including one report of a child gagging on the bitten off nose.
Manufacturer
Infantino® LLC, of San Diego, Calif.
Recall Number
08135
Product Information
Product Name
Infantino® Lion Teethers
Product Type
Teething Items
Number of Units
About 28,000
Manufacturer Name
Infantino® LLC, of San Diego, Calif.
Manufactured In
China