The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·12161·Announced 2012-04-26

Manhattan Group Recalls Whoozit Starry Time Baby Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Manhattan Group is recalling Whoozit Starry Time baby rattles because the clear spheres can break, releasing small parts that pose a choking hazard to small 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 small children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Manhattan Group LLC is recalling Whoozit® Starry Time baby rattles due to a choking hazard. The plastic rattles feature three colored stars stacked between two clear spheres on a flexible stem. The clear spheres can break, releasing small parts that pose a choking hazard to small children.

Manhattan Group has received two reports of rattles breaking, but no injuries have been reported. About 3,000 units were sold in the United States and 150 in Canada. The rattles were sold at specialty toy and baby stores nationwide, in Canada, and online at www.manhattantoy.com from September 2011 through March 2012 for about $15.

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

The recalled product

Product
Whoozit® Starry Time Rattle
Manufacturer
Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Category
Consumer Product — Baby Toys
Hazard
Affected units
3,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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