DATE: May 15, 2008
CATEGORY: Toys & Games;Pacifiers & Teething
COMPANY/BRAND: Manhattan Group
THE DANGER: The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can break, releasing small parts and posing a choking hazard to young children.
DESCRIPTION: The recall includes about 7,000 Manhattan Toy baby rattles. They are 5 inches long and made of clear plastic with blue end cap pieces. The two clear handles feature colorful beads inside and brightly colored rings on the outside. A blue face spins on a purple post inside the rattle center when it is turned.
SOLD AT: Gift and specialty stores nationwide, mail order catalogs, and the Internet from September 2007 through April 2008 for about $15.
WHAT TO DO: Take the toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or contact Manhattan Group to exchange the rattles for another toy. For additional information, contact Manhattan Group toll-free at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.manhattantoy.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08268.html