Montessori Play Gym
Montessori Play Gym was recalled on 2 May 2025 under EU Safety Gate alert SR/01621/25. Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Norway. The product has too large openings between rungs as well as the climbing net where the body can pass but not the head of a small child and may cause strangulation.
| Alert Number | SR/01621/25 |
| Brand | Montessorikidz |
| Category | Childcare articles and children's equipment |
| Risk Type | Entrapment, Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Norway |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 2 May 2025 |
Risk Description
The product has too large openings between rungs as well as the climbing net where the body can pass but not the head of a small child and may cause strangulation. Moreover, the frame is not stable and can tip over causing the child to fall and suffer injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standards EN 71-8.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 14/04/2025
Product Description
Climbing frame. Product sold online, in particular via montessorikidz.no.
🔒 ⚠️ 🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a entrapment, injuries, strangulation hazard related to Montessori Play Gym.
About this risk
Entrapment: This product has gaps, openings, or moving parts where fingers, limbs, or a child's head can become trapped. Injuries: This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use. Strangulation: This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
Entrapment: Stop using the product. If someone is trapped, do not force the body part free — call emergency services if needed. Contact the retailer for a return. Injuries: Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund. Strangulation: Remove the product from the child's environment immediately. Cut any cords or strings if they cannot be safely removed. Never leave children unsupervised with products that have loose cords.
Who is at risk?
Young children are most at risk of entrapment injuries. All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury. Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.