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CPSC recall · Reported March 19, 2014

Vera Bradley Recalls Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny Toys Due to Choking Hazard

The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
14132
Affected scope
About 98,000
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Vera Bradley Designs Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. recalled This recall involves all Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny stuffed animal toys. Th… — a moderate-severity action.

Vera Bradley Recalls Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny Toys Due to Choking Hazard was recalled by Vera Bradley Designs Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. in March 19, 2014. Reason: The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, posing a choking hazard to young …. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take them away from young children and stop using these reca…. Verify recall #14132 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Vera Bradley Designs Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, posing a choking hazard to young ….

Moderate
severity level
March 19, 2014
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14132 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #14132) was formally reported on March 19, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Vera Bradley Designs Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 98,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, 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 immediately take them away from young children and stop using these recalled products and return them to Vera Bradley for a full refund. — 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 — 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.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 98,000

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

This recall involves all Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny stuffed animal toys. The products are made of cotton and fleece. The bear ring rattle has a white teddy bear head, arms attached to an O-shaped body with a green, blue, brown and pink crisscross pattern design rattle. The bear ring rattle measures about 4.25 inches in diameter. The bunny is 10 inches tall from the top of its head to the bottom of its foot and was sold in three printed patterns. The "Bunny in Lilli Bell" has green vines with pink and orange flowers on the body, limbs and the back of the ears. The "Bunny in Lola" has a crisscross geometric pattern on the arms, legs and ears of the white headed bunny with a floral print body. The "Bunny in Tutti Frutti" has a green with a pink and yellow floral printed pattern fabric covering whole body. All of the recalled rattles and bunnies have a white pom-pom tail on the back of the item. The name Vera Bradley is marked on a tag attached to each item along with the following serial numbers: Item Pattern Serial No. Bunny Lola 007590013357145 Bunny Lillie Bell 0000630012803140 Bunny Tutti Frutti 0000630012803142 Bear Ring Rattle Lola 007590013234135

Reason for recall

The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy — what to do

Consumers should immediately take them away from young children and stop using these recalled products and return them to Vera Bradley for 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 14132
Date reported March 19, 2014
Date initiated March 19, 2014
Recalling firm Vera Bradley Designs Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind.
Affected scope About 98,000
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 immediately take them away from young children and stop using these recalled products and return them to Vera Br…

  • Check the recall number (14132) 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?
This recall involves all Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny stuffed animal toys. The products are made of cotton and fleece. The bear ring rattle has a white teddy bear head, arms attached to an O-shaped body with a green, blue, brown and pink crisscross pattern design rattle. The bear ring rattle measures about 4.25 inches in diameter. The bunny is 10 inches tall from the top of its head to the bottom of its foot and was sold in three printed patterns. The "Bunny in Lilli Bell" has green vines with pink and orange flowers on the body, limbs and the back of the ears. The "Bunny in Lola" has a crisscross geometric pattern on the arms, legs and ears of the white headed bunny with a floral print body. The "Bunny in Tutti Frutti" has a green with a pink and yellow floral printed pattern fabric covering whole body. All of the recalled rattles and bunnies have a white pom-pom tail on the back of the item. The name Vera Bradley is marked on a tag attached to each item along with the following serial numbers: Item Pattern Serial No. Bunny Lola 007590013357145 Bunny Lillie Bell 0000630012803140 Bunny Tutti Frutti 0000630012803142 Bear Ring Rattle Lola 007590013234135. Recalled by Vera Bradley Designs Inc., of Fort Wayne, Ind.. Units affected: About 98,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take them away from young children and stop using these recalled products and return them to Vera Bradley for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on March 19, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14132.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (14132) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: CPSC, reported March 19, 2014.

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