Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 280,000 units
Juvenile & car seats Recall No. 18-083 Published January 25, 2018

Shake & Sing Elephant Rattles

The ears on the elephant rattles can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Manufactured by VTech Electronics Limited and sold at Walmart, Kmart, Meijer, Mills Fleet Farm, Seventh Avenue, and online at Amazon.com and zulily.com from November 2015 – November 2017 for about $8.

Shake and Sing Elephant Rattle
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Shake and Sing Elephant Rattle

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The ears on the elephant rattles can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

VTech has received five reports of the ears breaking off of the rattle. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rattles and contact VTech for a full refund or credit for a replacement product.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerVTech Electronics Limited, of China
UnitsAbout 280,000
Made inChina
Sold atWalmart, Kmart, Meijer, Mills Fleet Farm, Seventh Avenue, and online at Amazon.com and zulily.com
Sales periodNovember 2015 – November 2017
PriceAbout $8

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-521-2010
8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at vtechkids

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.

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