The Land of Nod Recalls Octopus Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 16-200 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- June 21, 2016
- Brand
- The Land
- Category
- Toys and games
- Products
- Octo-rattles
- Hazard
- Choking Hazard
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestion
- Remedy
- Refund
- Units
- About 550
- Made in
- India
- Last updated by CPSC
- June 21, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves The Land of Nod's Octo-rattles, sold individually or as part of a gift bag set. The knit fabric rattles are yellow and shaped like an octopus with multi-colored felt discs sewn into the tentacles. The rattles measure about 9 inches tall, 4 inches wide and 3 inches deep and can attach to strollers or activity gyms. "The Land of Nod," "Morton Grove, IL 60053," "951-3072461," "Made in India" and SKU number 502882 are printed on a label attached to the underside of the rattle.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Octo-rattles · About 550 units
Photos from the recall notice

Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: The Land of Nod stores nationwide and online from September 2015 through April 2016 for about $30 for the individual rattle and for $150 as part of a gift bag set.; The Land of Nod, of Morton Grove, Ill..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received five reports of the rattle's fabric discs detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
The Land of Nod at 800-933-9904 from 8:30 a. m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.landofnod.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information
Recall history and context
The Land appears in 12 CPSC recalls on record. See all The Land recalls.
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?
Octo-rattles (About 550 units). This recall involves The Land of Nod's Octo-rattles, sold individually or as part of a gift bag set.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from children and contact The Land of Nod to receive a full refund.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on June 21, 2016. 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.