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Horse Carousel Musical Toy recalled over a choking risk
Product recall for horse carousel musical toy presenting a high risk of choking due to easy access to small parts.
Take it away from young children now.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
What to do now
The risk with Horse Carousel Musical Toy is choking: a part can detach and fits inside a child’s airway.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- coughing, gagging or noisy breathing after playing with it
Get help urgently
- a child who cannot breathe, cough or cry — call 999 and follow the call handler’s instructions
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2206-0089). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for horse carousel musical toy presenting a high risk of choking due to easy access to small parts.
The risk
The product presents a risk of choking as small parts (the battery box tab) can be easily detached when the product is used. A young child may place the small part (the battery) in their mouth and the parents/carers may not notice in time, with the small part able to block a child’s airways and cause internal damage. The product also requires improvements to labelling and documentation.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
OPSS is requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Advice to consumers
OPSS are requiring the recall of the product from end users. The listing has been removed by the online marketplace (Wish).
Additional information
PSD case number: 2206-0089
Notified by: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Product description
Hard plastic music box with three colourful horses inside a clear plastic window. There is a big plastic pink button on top to press and three small wheels at the bottom, along with a red switch and a battery enclosure. Product supplied in multiple colours.
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Horse Carousel Musical Toy been recalled?
The risk with Horse Carousel Musical Toy is choking: a part can detach and fits inside a child’s airway. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
How do I know if my product is affected?
The notice describes the affected product rather than listing codes. Compare the product name, pack size and where you bought it with the official notice.
What should I do now?
Take it away from young children now. Look for loose pieces where it was used.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was Horse Carousel Musical Toy sold?
The notice names Wish. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
