Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: refund or replacement · About 1,500 (in addition, about 190 rattles were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 17-207 Published August 15, 2017

BRIO soft hammer rattles

The wooden rings on the hammer rattles can crack, posing a choking hazard to children. Manufactured by BRIO and sold at Home Goods, Kidding Around, Nordstrom and other specialty toy and mass retailer stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, from March 2015 – June 2017 for about $13.

BRIO soft hammer baby rattle
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BRIO soft hammer baby rattle

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The wooden rings on the hammer rattles can crack, posing a choking hazard to children.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

BRIO has received seven reports of the wooden ring cracking. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund or replace
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled baby rattles and contact BRIO for instructions on how to receive a full refund or a replacement product of similar value.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerBRIO, of Sweden
UnitsAbout 1,500 (in addition, about 190 rattles were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atHome Goods, Kidding Around, Nordstrom and other specialty toy and mass retailer stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com,
Sales periodMarch 2015 – June 2017
PriceAbout $13

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-886-1236
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for more information
Recall page
www.brio.us

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