CPSC2023-04-06
Monti Kids Recalls Basket with Balls Toys Due to Choking Hazard (Recall Alert)
Monti Kids Inc., of Orinda, California
Hazard
The swirls sewn onto the exterior of the blue crocheted ball can separate, exposing small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toys and contact Monti Kids for instructions on receiving a refund of $12. Consumers should show proof of destroying the recalled ball by cutting the blue crochet ball in half and then throwing the recalled ball in the garbage. Once they have cut the ball in half, they should send a photo of destruction to customercare@montikids.com. Consumers should state in the email that the recalled ball has been removed from use and indicate their refund preference either back to the credit card used for payment or a mailed check. Monti Kids is contacting all known purchasers.
Sold at
Online at www.monti.com from July 2022 through February 2023 for about $50 (each set) and $195 (subscription box).
Affected count
About 2,700
Injuries reported
The firm has received two reports of the small parts inside the ball being released. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Basket with Balls toys sold with Monti Kids Tummy-Time, 4-6M Play and Early Gross Motor subscription boxes
Consumer contact
Monti Kids toll-free at 888-869-3019 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at customercare@montikids.com, or online at www.montikids.com and click on "Product Recall" at the bottom of the page or online at https://montikids.com/pages/commitment-to-safety-1 for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Monti-Kids-Recalls-Basket-with-Balls-Toys-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Recall-AlertDon't want to check this manually?
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