Rattles recalled over choking hazard

Recall date

May 12, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Hobby Lobby Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Recall number

16161

Sold / distributed

Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2016 through April 2016 for about $7.

Why it was recalled

The rattle seams can separate, exposing the fiber stuffing and bell rattle, posing a choking hazard.

What was recalled

This recall involves Little Wishes Chenille Stuffed Rattles, including the Pink & Green Fish rattles, item number 5141577, and the Blue & Yellow Fish rattles, item number 5127642. The rattles are made of a soft chenille fabric with a fiber stuffing. They are 8.5 inches by 7 inches and have a hole cut out in the middle. The item number is printed on the top left corner of the product hang tag. Rattles have a sewn-in label with "Reg. No. PA-15130(CN)" and "Hobby Lobby 9123069" printed on the front of the label.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rattles and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby store for a full refund or store credit.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.