PlainRecalls
ModerateActive

CPSC recall · Reported February 25, 2005

CPSC, Tiffany and Company Announce Recall of Farm Teether Rattles

A metal bar on the rattle can break off during use, releasing small round beads and small farm animal figures that roll off the crossbar when the soldered joints break. The beads …

Recall #
05544
Affected scope
About 3,700
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
Verify with CPSC →
View my saved recalls

New England Sterling of Attleboro, Mass., for Tiffany and Company of New York, N.y. recalled The recalled rattle is designed for children ages 3 months and up. The Farm Teether Rattl… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Tiffany and Company Announce Recall of Farm Teether Rattles was recalled by New England Sterling of Attleboro, Mass., for Tiffany and Company of New York, N.y. in February 25, 2005. Reason: A metal bar on the rattle can break off during use, releasing small round beads and small farm animal figures…. Remedy: Consumers can return the product to Tiffany and Company for a full refund, credit or a ne…. Verify recall #05544 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

New England Sterling of Attleboro, Mass., for Tiffany and Company of New York, N.y. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A metal bar on the rattle can break off during use, releasing small round beads and small farm animal figures….

Moderate
severity level
February 25, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05544 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05544) was formally reported on February 25, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. New England Sterling of Attleboro, Mass., for Tiffany and Company of New York, N.y. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,700.

The documented reason for this recall is: A metal bar on the rattle can break off during use, releasing small round beads and small farm animal figures that roll off the crossbar when the soldered joints break. The beads can pose an aspiration hazard to young c… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers can return the product to Tiffany and Company for a full refund, credit or a new rattle. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Household Products recalls over time

Where this recall sits in its category - 3,056 household products recalls on record

50100150200250 20052008201120142017202020232026 115
Severity2487872426High severity (most serious)Moderate severityLow severity
Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 3,700

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled rattle is designed for children ages 3 months and up. The Farm Teether Rattle is a hollow, sterling silver ring approximately 3 inches in diameter with a bar across its center. The bar is attached to the interior of the ring at two points and has three farm animals (sheep, duck and cow) and two beads that rotate on the bar. Small plastic beads inside the ring rattle when the product is shaken. Inscribed on the rattle is "© 2002 TIFFANY & CO. 925."

Reason for recall

A metal bar on the rattle can break off during use, releasing small round beads and small farm animal figures that roll off the crossbar when the soldered joints break. The beads can pose an aspiration hazard to young children. The breakage also can create ragged edges on the ring, posing a laceration hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers can return the product to Tiffany and Company for a full refund, credit or a new rattle.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05544
Date reported February 25, 2005
Date initiated February 25, 2005
Recalling firm New England Sterling of Attleboro, Mass., for Tiffany and Company of New York, N.y.
Affected scope About 3,700
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers can return the product to Tiffany and Company for a full refund, credit or a new rattle.

  • Check the recall number (05544) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled rattle is designed for children ages 3 months and up. The Farm Teether Rattle is a hollow, sterling silver ring approximately 3 inches in diameter with a bar across its center. The bar is attached to the interior of the ring at two points and has three farm animals (sheep, duck and cow) and two beads that rotate on the bar. Small plastic beads inside the ring rattle when the product is shaken. Inscribed on the rattle is "© 2002 TIFFANY & CO. 925.". Recalled by New England Sterling of Attleboro, Mass., for Tiffany and Company of New York, N.y.. Units affected: About 3,700.
Why was this product recalled?
A metal bar on the rattle can break off during use, releasing small round beads and small farm animal figures that roll off the crossbar when the soldered joints break. The beads can pose an aspiration hazard to young children. The breakage also can create ragged edges on the ring, posing a laceration hazard.
What should consumers do?
Consumers can return the product to Tiffany and Company for a full refund, credit or a new rattle.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 25, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05544.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05544) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

Nearby Recalls in This Category

Other recalls in the same product category, useful for spotting patterns across the same defect class or manufacturer.

Compare this recall with Cooper Lighting Recalls Metalux Optimized High Bay LED Ligh… →

Browse all Household Products recalls →

Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported February 25, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.