Parents are being warned of two products that have been recalled due to safety concerns.
A silicone baby teether that was on sale through Amazon and a John Lewis two-in-one pushchair and carrycot have been recalled. Parents who may have these items at home are being advised to stop using them immediately.
Below, we have provided information from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute and the Office for Product Safety and Standards, including the product details and the reason why they pose a risk to children.
Mushroom Teether
The product was available for sale via Amazon from September 24, 2021.
Product description: Silicone baby teether in shape of mushroom, with white stem and a blue top with antennae. The product is available in multiple colours.,
Hazard : The product presents a risk of suffocation as it has been identified that the mushroom head can flip around creating a tight suction. If this suction is over the mouth of a child or infant, the child may suffocate. The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Corrective action: The product has been recalled from end users and removed from the online marketplace by Amazon. Owners are asked to stop using this product immediately. Ensure it is kept out of reach of children. Contact the distributor you purchased from to request redress.
John Lewis - two in one pushchair and carrycot
The following notice appears on the John Lewis website.
Product name: John Lewis & Partners 2 in 1 Pushchair and Carrycot Black on Chrome and Charcoal on Gunmetal
Product code: 31400701, 31400702
John Lewis & Partners are recalling affected batches of the above product due to a tipping issue with the carrycot. This means there is potential for a small child to fall out when the product is in use. This only affects products purchased between 1 November 2021 and 13 May 2022.
If you have bought this product between these dates:
- stop using the product immediately
- package up item
- return to your local John Lewis & Partners for a full refund or an exchange or contact us via the details. Contact: 01698 545 009 (09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday). We're very sorry that it has been necessary to recall this product and for the inconvenience caused.
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