Infantino Recalls Teething Toys Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Front of teething toy
Go Gaga Squeeze & Teethe Coco the Monkey
Recall Date: February 20th, 2014 Type: Teething Items Units: About 191,000 Hazards:
The tail of the monkey can pose a choking hazard to young children. Remedies:
Replace
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from infants and contact Infantino to receive a free replacement toy.
Description
This recall involves the Go Gaga Squeeze and Teethe Coco the Monkey teething toys. This squeaking toy is made of soft orange rubber and is shaped like a monkey. The toy measures 4.5 inches tall by 5 inches long and is intended for ages newborn and up. "Infantino" is marked on the back toward the rear and model number 206-647 is marked on the inside of the rear left leg
Images:
Front of teething toy
Marking on rear leg
Consumer Contact:
Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.infantino.com and click on Recall Information on the home page.
Injuries:
The firm has received seven reports of infants choking or gagging on the monkey's tail. No injuries have been reported.
Retailers:
Target stores nationwide and online from December 2012 through January 2014 for about $13.