Music Guitar
Music Guitar was recalled on 20 July 2018 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/0968/18. Strangulation risk reported by Poland. The toy guitar is equipped with a strap intended to be worn fully or partially around the neck.
| Alert Number | A12/0968/18 |
| Brand | Adar |
| Category | Toys |
| Risk Type | Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Poland |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 20 July 2018 |
Risk Description
The toy guitar is equipped with a strap intended to be worn fully or partially around the neck. The strap can get trapped during various activities of a child and create a loop around the child's neck. The absence of a quick release mechanism enabling the child to detach the strap can lead to strangulation.The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/05/2018Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ImporterCategory of measure(s): Corrective actions: removal of strap from the guitarDate of entry into force: 17/05/2018
Product Description
Toy guitar in the form of a bear made from coloured plastic material, with a strap attached. The guitar is powered by batteries and packed in a cardboard box.
🚫 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a strangulation hazard related to Music Guitar.
About this risk
This product contains cords, strings, loops, or other elements that can wrap around a child's neck and cause strangulation.
Recommended action
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?
Infants and young children are at the highest risk of strangulation from cords, strings, and loops.