Product recallOPSS
My First Drop and Roll Tower recalled over a choking risk
Product Recall for My First Drop and Roll Tower presenting a risk of choking.
Take it away from young children now.
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
My First Drop and Roll Tower
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 10336014
- Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
- 33601
What to do now
The risk with My First Drop and Roll Tower 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 My First.
- 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 (2402-0161). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for My First Drop and Roll Tower presenting a risk of choking.
The risk
The product presents a risk of choking as the rattling balls constitute a small part. A young child may place the small ball in their mouth and choke.
The product does not meet the requirements of the Toys (Safety) Regulations 2011.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users.
For further information, access the Home Bargains recall page at the following link: https://help.homebargains.co.uk/hc/en-gb/sections/16908022989201-Product-Recalls
Additional information
PSD case number: 2402-0161
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Multicoloured sloped rolling plastic tower with three small plastic rattling balls.
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Questions
Why has My First Drop and Roll Tower been recalled?
The risk with My First Drop and Roll Tower 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?
Compare the barcode and item or listing code on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the 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 My First Drop and Roll Tower sold?
The notice names Home Bargains. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
