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Recalled Box with Bins Sold with the Level 5 Montessori Box with Bins Set -
Location of small dowels that could be exposed if outer cabinet separates.
A small dowel can become exposed and detach from the toy box, posing a choking hazard to young children.
About 1,500
Monti Kids at 800-674-3845 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at customercare@montikids.com or online at www.montikids.com/recalls/boxwithbins or www.montikids.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
Recall Details
This recall involves the Box with Bins included in the Monti Kids’ Level 5 of the Monti Kids Program subscription box. The box is made of wood and has three bins colored blue, red, and yellow. The toy measures approximately 13 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches and this recall includes toys with lot numbers 0D41 and 1A41. The lot number, along with the following text, can be found on the bottom of the toy: “Montessori designs, Ethically Made in Vietnam, and ASTM CPSIA Safety Certified,” are printed on the underside of the box.
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled Box with Bins and contact Monti Kids for instructions to receive a $35 refund. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
The firm has received five reports of the small dowel being exposed after separating from the outer cabinet. No injuries have been reported.
Monti Kids Inc., of Orinda, California
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