CPSC, Russ Berrie & Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Rattles
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 00-082 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- March 22, 2000
- Brand
- Russ Berrie &
- Category
- Toys and games
- Products
- Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle
- Hazard
- Choking and ingestion hazard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestion
- Units
- About 13,400
- Last updated by CPSC
- March 22, 2000
What was recalled
The Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle is 6 inches long and consists of a spinning ball on top of an ornate handle, which includes a small bear and a bow. The rattle was sold as item number 10399. The item number appears on the product packaging. A silver tag attached to the rattle with a ribbon reads "NEW BABY."
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle · About 13,400 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Specialty and drug stores, and flower and gift shops nationwide sold these rattles, from November 1998 through December 1999, for about $14.; Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., of Oakland, N.J.
Injuries or incidents reported
CPSC and Russ Berrie are not aware of any incidents or injuries involving these rattles.
Consumer contact
For more information, contact Russ Berrie & Co. at (800) 272-7877 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Russ Berrie & Co. Inc., Attn: Customer Service Dept., 111 Bauer Drive, Oakland, NJ 07436.
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 156 recalls in the toys and games category, 71 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle (About 13,400 units). The Precious Keepsakes™ silver-plated "New Baby" rattle is 6 inches long and consists of a spinning ball on top of an ornate handle, which includes a small bear and a bow.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Choking and ingestion hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should take these rattles away from babies immediately, and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on March 22, 2000. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.