The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·11316·Announced 2011-09-01

Manhattan Group Recalls Twirlla Wooden Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Manhattan Group is recalling Twirlla wooden rattles because U-shaped parts can break and pose a choking hazard to 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, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Manhattan Group LLC is recalling the Twirlla wooden rattle due to a choking hazard. The toy's U-shaped parts can break, creating small pieces that could be swallowed or inhaled by children. The rattle is approximately 6 inches long, made of painted wood, and features a yellow ball at each end, two U-shaped pieces (red and pale blue), and an orange bead in the center with a green center post.

About 3,300 units were sold in the United States and 145 in Canada. The rattles were sold at baby, gift, and specialty stores nationwide and online at ManhattanToy.com from March 2011 through July 2011 for about $12. The products were manufactured in Thailand. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should take the rattles away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Manhattan Group at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.manhattantoy.com.

The recalled product

Product
Twirlla™ Wooden Rattle
Manufacturer
Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Category
Consumer Product — Baby Toys
Hazard
Affected units
3,300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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