Kids II Recalls Oball Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
Kids II Recalls Oball Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
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TranslatedThe clear plastic disc on the outside of the ball can break, releasing small beads, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Produktbeschreibung & Identifikation
TranslatedThis recall involves Oball Rattles in pink, blue, green and orange with model number 81031 printed on the inner surface of one of the plastic discs and on the packaging. The balls have 28 finger holes and measure four inches in diameter. Embedded in the rattles are a clear plastic disc with all orange beads and two clear plastic discs with beads of varying colors on the perimeter. Only rattles with date codes T0486, T1456, T2316, T2856 and T3065 located on a small triangle on the inner surface of the rattle are included in the recall. The first three numbers represent the day of the year and the last digit represents the year of production.
Betroffene Produkte
TranslatedOball Rattles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/Kids-II-Recalls-Oball-Rattles |
| Title | Kids II Recalls Oball Rattles Due to Choking Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/ball1.png |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Oball Rattle (blue) |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/ball2.png |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Oball Rattle (green) |
| Images › 3 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/ball3.png |
| Images › 3 › Caption | Oball Rattle (orange) |
| Images › 4 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/ball4.png |
| Images › 4 › Caption | Oball Rattle (pink) |
| Hazards › Name | The clear plastic disc on the outside of the ball can break, releasing small beads, posing a choking hazard to young children. |
| Injuries › Name | The firm has received 42 reports of the plastic disc breaking releasing small beads including two reports of beads found in children's mouths and three reports of gagging. |
| Products › Name | Oball Rattles |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 680,000 (in addition, about 17,000 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall I D | 7994 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately take these recalled rattles away from young children and contact the firm to receive a full refund. |
| Importers › Name | Kids II Inc., of Atlanta, Ga. |
| Retailers › Name | Target, Walgreens, Walmart and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Babyhaven.com, Diapers.com, ToysRUs.com, Walgreens.com and other online retailers from January 2016 through February 2017 for between $5 and $7. |
| Recall Date | 2017-03-02T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves Oball Rattles in pink, blue, green and orange with model number 81031 printed on the inner surface of one of the plastic discs and on the packaging. The balls have 28 finger holes and measure four inches in diameter. Embedded in the rattles are a clear plastic disc with all orange beads and two clear plastic discs with beads of varying colors on the perimeter. Only rattles with date codes T0486, T1456, T2316, T2856 and T3065 located on a small triangle on the inner surface of the rattle are included in the recall. The first three numbers represent the day of the year and the last digit represents the year of production. |
| Recall Number | 17104 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2017/62292r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Kids II toll-free at 877-243-7314 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.kidsii.com and click on "Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more information. |
| Last Publish Date | 2017-03-02T00:00:00 |
| Manufacturer Countries › Country | China |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Kids II Recalls Oball Rattles Due to Choking Hazard?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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