The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07052·Announced 2006-12-13

BRIO Bell Rattles Recalled for Choking Hazard to Young Children

BRIO Corp. is recalling about 5,550 wooden bell rattles because small parts can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a choking hazard for young children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

BRIO Corp. is recalling approximately 5,550 BRIO Bell Rattles due to a choking hazard. The recalled products are wooden rattles featuring six multi-colored slats connecting two red round ends, with a metal bell contained within the slats. The rattles measure 2 1/2 inches in diameter by 2 1/2 inches in height, and the name BRIO appears on one of the wooden sides.

The hazard exists because the small bell positioned between the wood slats can break, allowing access to small parts that pose a choking risk to young children. No injuries or incidents have been reported in connection with this recall.

The rattles were sold via mail order, Internet, and specialty toy stores nationwide from February 2005 through April 2006 for about $5. Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and contact K'NEX for a free replacement toy. For additional information, consumers can contact K'NEX Industries at (800) 543-5639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
BRIO Bell Rattles
Manufacturer
BRIO AB, of Sweden
Category
Consumer Product — Toys
Hazard
Affected units
5,550

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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