Product Recalls
These links carry information about all product recalls issued by manufacturers. We will update all child-related product recalls as they appear but please check the Trading Standards, ROSPA and Food Standards Agency sites for other product recalls and up to the minute information.
Latest recalls from the Trading Standards website:
**Orange Tree Toys Animal Train - recall**
The following notice has been issued by the distributor:
Orange Tree Toys
Important Product Recall
Animal Train
Barcode: 506706430350
We have discovered a potential quality problem with the above animal train. The carriages are linked together with magnets and some of these have come loose, due to the size of the magnets this may cause a potential choking hazard.
We have therefore stopped selling this product and are asking customers not to use it. If you have purchased one since the 20/11/09, would you please return it to the store you purchased it from or alternatively you can send it direct to us at:
Orange Tree Toys
Unit 41a Lansdown Industrial Estate
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL51 8PL
If you have any questions, please contact us at sales@orangetreetoys.com or alternatively you can contact our customer service on 01242 244500.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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**Heinz Fruity Custard - recall**
The following notice has been issued by the manufacturer:
Heinz
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
BABY FOOD PRODUCT RECALL
HEINZ FRUITY CUSTARD - FRUIT MEDLEY IN 4 X 100G POTS
BATCH CODE 9307, BEST BEFORE END 03/11/10
Heinz is taking the precautionary measure of recalling part of an isolated batch of Heinz Fruity Custard, Fruit Medley baby food in 4 x 100g pots because of the potential presence of small pieces of plastic from the inside of the pot which could present a choking risk.
The batch code affected is 9307 with a best before end date of 03/11/10.
This product must not be consumed.
If you have any pots of the affected product please call the Heinz UK Careline on 08000 151557 for a full refund, or in the Republic of Ireland 1800 696979.
This recall only affects Fruity Custard, Fruit Medley pots with the above batch and date code. No other Heinz Fruity Custard pots or Heinz Baby Food varieties are affected.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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**Britax Viva and Nexus Strollers - safety notice**
The following notice has been issued by the manufacturer:
Important product (safety) advice
Remedy kit for Britax Viva and Nexus will be available from February 2010
BRITAX Excelsior Ltd. has announced that it will offer a free remedy kit for one of its stroller models that have been sold under the names Viva and Nexus. The remedy kit contains two hinge covers and will be available for all Viva and Nexus strollers.
Though no such injuries have been reported, BRITAX Excelsior Ltd. recently detected a potential risk of injury if a finger or hand is placed in the folding hinge mechanism while the stroller is being opened or closed. Although both the Viva and Nexus strollers meet the European safety regulations, Britax has decided to provide a precautionary remedy kit, offering its customers added protection and optimal safety.
The free kit will be available for all Britax Viva and Nexus strollers - regardless of the manufacturing date - which are recognizable through the product labeling on the side of the stroller.
The remedy kit contains two hinge covers, which easily fit over the left and right hand hinges on the sides of the stroller. The hinge covers have been specifically designed for the Viva and Nexus strollers to provide a secure fit and have been tested to verify their effectiveness. An instruction sheet in the remedy kit will provide specific instructions and visuals to aid in installing the hinge covers.
Until consumers receive their remedy kit and install the hinge covers, Britax recommends that consumers take extra caution to be sure that the stroller is opened or closed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and ensure that fingers and hands are kept away from the stroller when doing so.
Owners of the Viva and Nexus strollers who would like to order the free remedy kit should contact the Britax Child Safety, Customer Service Department at 01264 386034 or nexus@britax.com. Further details are also available at www.britax.co.uk
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**Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix Base - recall**
The following notice has been published in the national press:
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
Advice to owners of a Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix Base
Maxi-Cosi is voluntarily recalling all Maxi-Cosi FamilyFix bases sold before March 04, 2010, to be checked.
The recall concerns a potential problem in the mechanical attachment of the IsoFix connectors to the base. As a result, the base does not offer the child the desired level of protection in case of an accident. The problem, identified during a routine internal quality check, affects a small percentage of the total production. There have been no complaints or report of incidents.
Maxi-Cosi?s first priority is, as always, making products that help keep children safe. Therefore, owners are advised to stop using their FamilyFix base and contact Maxi-Cosi Customer Care on 01842 763281. No proof of purchase is necessary.
This advice is relevant only for the FamilyFix base, which can be recognised by the product name on the side of the product. It does not affect the EasyFix, EasyBase or any other Maxi-Cosi product. While awaiting the FamilyFix check, parents can continue to use the Maxi-Cosi Pebble or CabrioFix infant seat with a regular seat belt.
FamilyFix Helpdesk, call 01842 763281 (Lines open 8.30am-5.00pm Mom-Fri, 10.00am-2.00pm Sat-Sun).
We sincerely regret any inconvenience that this voluntary recall may cause and are fully committed to consistently delivering all products according to the highest quality standards. We take the trust that consumers place in their brands most seriously.
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**Infantino SlingRider Infant Sling - recall**
The following notice has been issued by the manufacturer:
SAFETY RECALL
RISK OF SUFFOCATION
INFANTINO "SLINGRIDER"
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission warns parents and caregivers on the use of slings with babies and infants due to a risk of suffocation.
This recall includes all Infantino "SlingRider" infant slings sold at retailers nationwide and online from January 2003 through March 2010.
CONSUMERS SHOULD IMMEDIATELY STOP USING THE SLINGRIDER AND CONTACT INFANTINO FOR A FREE REPLACEMENT PRODUCT.
Full details and instructions for the return of the SlingRider and selection of a replacement product are available on the Infantino website.
0800 008 6927
(Monday through Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm)
We apologise for any concern and inconvenience caused and thank you for your cooperation.
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**Usborne Publishing Baby's First Book - recall**
The following notice has been issued by the publisher:
Product recall: Usborne Publishing Baby's first book (boys edition)
ISBN: 9780746087930
Title: Baby's first book (boys edition)
Binding: Cloth
Batch Number: 90594
Date code: JFMAMJJ SOND/09
Price: £9.99
What's happened:
We are recalling Baby's first book (boys edition) Cloth Book as small parts have been found in a French and Finnish edition of the same batch, presenting a choking hazard to children under 3 years old. The small parts are caused by the dinosaur spots coming away on the fifth page of the title due to the stitching perforating the fabric.
As we take the safety of our customers' children very seriously, we are asking you to return them to the retailer originally purchased from and to discontinue use immediately.
We have not had any complaints of this happening with the English language edition, however to ensure this does not happen we are recalling this batch from all markets.
The product affected is Batch number 90594 which was available on the market between August - December 2009.
What you should do:
To identify which products are affected the relevant Batch number can be found on the bottom of the packaging on the top line, reading JFMAMJJ SOND/09 90594
It can also be found on the tag of the cloth book on the very bottom line reading 90594
Customers who have bought a copy of the title with this batch code should take it back immediately to their stockist where they shall be given a refund.
If it was received as a gift please contact HarperCollins directly on the numbers below.
If you would like any further information please contact HarperCollins Distributers on 0870 787 1722 or email Enquiries@harpercollins.co.uk
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**Heinz 100% Apple & Pear Purée In 90g Pouches - recall**
The following notice has been issued by the manufacturer:Heinz 100% apple & pear purée in 90g pouches - sold in four-pack cartons for toddlers
Best Before: 11/01/11, Batch Code: L9286
Heinz is taking the precautionary measure of recalling an isolated batch of100% apple & pear purée in 90g pouches, sold in four-pack cartons for toddlers.
A small number of pouches within the batch have been found to leak as a result of a manufacturing fault.
The batch code affected is L9286, with a Best Before date of 11/01/11 which is marked on the base of the four-pack carton. Individual pouches also include the Best Before date of 11/01/11 on the back.
This product should not be consumed.
If you have any cartons or pouches of the affected product, please call the Heinz UK Careline on 0800 0151557 for a full refund, or in the Republic of Ireland 1800 696979.
This recall only affects Heinz 100% apple & pear purée pouches with the affected code.
No other Heinz Baby Food varieties are affected.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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**IKEA Leopard Children's Highchair - recall**
The following notice has been published in the national press:
PRODUCT RECALL
IKEA RECALLS LEOPARD CHILDREN'S HIGHCHAIR
What's the Problem?
IKEA wants customers who have a LEOPARD children's high chair to stop using the high chair immediately and bring the seat and frame back to the Exchange and Returns department at any IKEA store where they will receive a full refund.
Snap locks that secure the seat to the frame can break making it possible for the seat to drop through the frame. Children can suffer injury to the head and other parts of the body from falls. Detached snap locks pose a choking hazard to children.
IKEA has received eleven reports of broken snap locks, including one incident where the seat with child dropped through the frame. The child suffered bruised legs. In a second incident a detached snap lock was found in a child's mouth but was removed before choking occurred. No further incidents or injuries have been reported.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
For more information, please either visit www.IKEA.co.uk, contact IKEA on 0845 358 3364 or visit the Exchanges and Returns Department of your local store.
LEOPARD highchair seat with safety belt transparent grey. 501-614-58
LEOPARD highchair seat with safety belt red. 901-614-56
LEOPARD highchair seat with safety belt black. 701-614-57
LEOPARD highchair seat with safety belt white. 701-455-23
LEOPARD frame with tray black. 101-455-21
LEOPARD frame with tray white. 201-573-54
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**Heinz Mum's Own Spaghetti Bolognese Baby Food, 7 months+**
The product: - Heinz Mum's Own Spaghetti Bolognese Baby Food
Date of recall: - 22/06/09
Heinz Mum's Own Spaghetti Bolognese, 7 months+
200g Jars
Batch code 9136
Best before end 11/2010
What's the problem?
Heinz is taking the precautionary measure of recalling part of an isolated batch of Heinz Mum's Own Recipe Spaghetti Bolognese, 7 months+ baby food in 200g jars because of the potential presence of small pieces of plastic which could present a choking risk.
The batch code affected is 9136, which is marked on the top of the cap, with a best before end date of 11/2010 which may be found on the side of the cap.
What should I do?
This product must not be consumed.
If you have any jars of the affected product please call the Heinz UK Careline on 08000 151557 for a full refund, or in the Republic of Ireland 1800 696979.
The recall only affects the 7 month+ variety of Mum's Own Spaghetti Bolognese.
No other Heinz Baby Food varieties are affected.
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**Lollipop Lane Classic Moses Basket Stand**
The product: - Lollipop Lane Classic Moses Basket Stand
Date of recall: - 09/06/09
What's the problem?
We have discovered a potential safety problem with the Lollipop Lane Classic Moses Basket Stand. In a small number of cases the wooden frame could break when in use and this could lead to the stand collapsing.
What should I do?
IF YOU HAVE THE VERSION OF THE PRODUCT INDICATED IN PICTURE X PLEASE STOP USING IT IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE RETURN IT TO THE RETAILER IT WAS PURCHASED FROM FOR A REPLACEMENT.
If you have bought this product for someone else please let them know about this alert as soon as possible.
Please note that the version which has straps on the lower section, as indicated in picture is not effected by this warning
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**Clarks First Shoes Walking Stage Shoes**
The product: Clarks First Shoes Walking Stage Shoes
Date of recall: 06/07/09
What's the problem?
We have become aware of a potential safety problem with the sole units on two of our First Shoe styles (listed below) sold over the past 6 months. In a couple of cases a rubber moulding has become detached, resulting in small parts that could be dangerous.
The safety of our customer's children is of course our highest priority. so as a precautionary measure we are removing these products from sale and asking for them back.
What should I do?
Please do not allow your child to continue wearing these shoes. Please return them to your nearest Clarks stockist and we will happily give you a refund.
If you know of anyone who has bought these products for their children please let them know about this as soon as possible.
If you have any queries please talk to somebody at your local Clarks shop or Clarks stockist, or call the Clarks Customer Helpline on: 08444 995544
The styles that may be affected are: Hazy Daze Fst & Fun Shine Fst
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**Chicco Swinging Bear**
The product: Chicco Swinging Bear
Date of recall: 06/07/09
What's the problem?
CHICCO SWINGING BEAR (code 00 071731 000 000)
Chicco would like to notify all parents that, during the constant monitoring of the quality of all its products, it was noted that extensive use of the Swinging Bear could, in some cases, cause the internal mechanism to break, which could possibly lead to some small parts breaking off inside.
Chicco has received no reports so far of such incidents related to the use of this product.However, in line with its policy to constantly guarantee safety to children we are voluntarily recalling the product as a precautionary measure.
What should I do?
Chicco asks all parents to stop using the product in question and return it, to the store it was purchased from, for a refund.
If you require further information please contact Chicco Customer Services, on 01623 750870. Customer Services are available from Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.
HOW TO RECOGNISE THE PRODUCT
This action is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of our customers.
Chicco would like to thank all parents for their kind collaboration and sincerely apologises for any inconvenience caused.
No other products are affected by this recall.