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CPSC recall · Reported September 16, 2008

Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Children's Metal Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard

The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
08399
Affected scope
About 20,000
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Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. recalled The metal water bottles are about 9 inches tall and have a black rubber pull up sip top. … - a moderate-severity action.

Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Children's Metal Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. in September 16, 2008. Reason: The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and retur…. Verify recall #08399 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children..

Moderate
severity level
September 16, 2008
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08399 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08399) was formally reported on September 16, 2008. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 20,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children. 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 should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and return them to any Pottery Barn Kids' store for a full refund. If purchased through the catalog or online, contact … - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 20,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The metal water bottles are about 9 inches tall and have a black rubber pull up sip top. The following water bottles are included in this recall. The style number and "Pottery Barn Kids" are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the water bottle. Color Style Number Lavender 5795141 Pink 5795166 Pink 9121591 Navy 5795158 Navy 9211583 Green 5795133

Reason for recall

The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and return them to any Pottery Barn Kids' store for a full refund. If purchased through the catalog or online, contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a full refund.

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 08399
Date reported September 16, 2008
Date initiated September 16, 2008
Recalling firm Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.
Affected scope About 20,000
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 should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and return them to any Pottery Barn Kids' store f…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The metal water bottles are about 9 inches tall and have a black rubber pull up sip top. The following water bottles are included in this recall. The style number and "Pottery Barn Kids" are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the water bottle. Color Style Number Lavender 5795141 Pink 5795166 Pink 9121591 Navy 5795158 Navy 9211583 Green 5795133. Recalled by Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 20,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and return them to any Pottery Barn Kids' store for a full refund. If purchased through the catalog or online, contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on September 16, 2008. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08399.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08399) 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.

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