Fred & Friends Recalls Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
USFred & Friends Recalls Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
Motivo del Retiro / Peligro
TranslatedThe rattle's end cap can separate, releasing small parts, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Descripción del Producto e Identificación
TranslatedThis recall involves the "Buff Baby" baby rattle. The gray plastic rattle is shaped like a dumbbell and has plastic pellets inside. The rattle measures about 5.5-inches long and 2-inches wide and "0.2" is embossed on both pentagon-shaped ends of the rattle. The rattles were packaged in clear cylindrical packages featuring a picture of a young girl lifting the rattle. The UPC code 728987019098 can be found on the bottom of the package.
Productos Afectados
TranslatedBuff Baby baby rattles
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2013/Fred-Friends-Recalls-Baby-Rattles |
| Title | Fred & Friends Recalls Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard |
| Images › 1 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13229.LARGE_buffbaby_pak.jpg |
| Images › 1 › Caption | Packaged Buff Baby baby rattles |
| Images › 2 › U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Recall.2013.13229.LARGE_buffbaby_prod.jpg |
| Images › 2 › Caption | Buff Baby baby rattles |
| Hazards › Name | The rattle's end cap can separate, releasing small parts, posing a choking hazard to small children. |
| Injuries › Name | Fred & Friends has received two reports of rattle caps separating. No injuries have been reported. |
| Products › Name | Buff Baby baby rattles |
| Products › Type | Baby Rattles |
| Products › Category I D | 68372 |
| Products › Number Of Units | About 47,500 in the United States and 9,300 in Canada |
| Recall I D | 1410 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers should immediately take these rattles away from young children and contact Fred & Friends to receive a full refund. |
| Retailers › Name | Specialty toy and baby stores nationwide, in Canada, and online at www.amazon.com and various other websites from October 2011 through June 2013 for between $7 and $10. |
| Recall Date | 2013-06-27T00:00:00 |
| Description | This recall involves the "Buff Baby" baby rattle. The gray plastic rattle is shaped like a dumbbell and has plastic pellets inside. The rattle measures about 5.5-inches long and 2-inches wide and "0.2" is embossed on both pentagon-shaped ends of the rattle. The rattles were packaged in clear cylindrical packages featuring a picture of a young girl lifting the rattle. The UPC code 728987019098 can be found on the bottom of the package. |
| Product U P Cs › U P C | 728987019098 |
| Distributors › Name | Easy Aces, Inc. d/b/a Fred & Friends, of Cumberland, R.I. |
| Recall Number | 13229 |
| Remedy Options › Option | Refund |
| Inconjunctions › U R L | https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/34297r-eng.php |
| Consumer Contact | Fred & Friends toll-free at (877) 647-8644 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.fredandfriends.com and click on Product Recall Information at the bottom of the page for more information. Consumers can also send an email to Buffbabyrattle@fredandfriends.com. |
| Last Publish Date | 2016-04-28T00:00:00 |
| 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 Fred & Friends Recalls Baby 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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