Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported January 14, 2016
IKEA Recalls Toy Drums and Drumstick Sets Due to Choking Hazard
The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard.
The CPSC recalled The recall includes LATTJO Tongue Drum and LATTJO Drumstick set. The LATTJO Tongue Drum i… — a moderate-severity action.
IKEA Recalls Toy Drums and Drumstick Sets Due to Choking Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in January 14, 2016. Reason: The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled drum and drumstick sets away from children…. Verify recall #16075 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall — The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard..
- Moderate
- severity level
- January 14, 2016
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16075 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #16075) was formally reported on January 14, 2016. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,000 tongue drums and 1,300 drumstick sets.
The documented reason for this recall is: The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard. 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 the recalled drum and drumstick sets away from children and return them to IKEA 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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Affected scope
About 2,000 tongue drums and 1,300 drumstick sets
Related Recalls
6
0 from same agency
Product description
The recall includes LATTJO Tongue Drum and LATTJO Drumstick set. The LATTJO Tongue Drum is a solid birch rectangular-shaped drum with a turquoise-dot print on the front and two solid red circles on top. The drum measures about 8 inches long by 2-3/4 inches wide by 2-3/4 inches deep. The drum comes with a seven-inch mallet with a turquoise painted handle and black rubber ball on the end. IKEA and LATTJO are printed on a label on the bottom of the drum. The LATTJO Drumstick set includes two solid birch drumsticks, two brushes and two mallet-type drumsticks with black rubber balls on the ends. The set was sold in a turquoise polyester roll-up pouch with a red and white striped fabric panel in the center. The pouch measures about 15 inches long by 10 inches wide. IKEA and LATTJO was printed on a label attached to the pouch.
Reason for recall
The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard.
Remedy — what to do
Consumers should immediately take the recalled drum and drumstick sets away from children and return them to IKEA for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 16075 |
| Date reported | January 14, 2016 |
| Date initiated | January 14, 2016 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,000 tongue drums and 1,300 drumstick sets |
| 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 the recalled drum and drumstick sets away from children and return them to IKEA for a full refu…
- Check the recall number (16075) 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 recall includes LATTJO Tongue Drum and LATTJO Drumstick set. The LATTJO Tongue Drum is a solid birch rectangular-shaped drum with a turquoise-dot print on the front and two solid red circles on top. The drum measures about 8 inches long by 2-3/4 inches wide by 2-3/4 inches deep. The drum comes with a seven-inch mallet with a turquoise painted handle and black rubber ball on the end. IKEA and LATTJO are printed on a label on the bottom of the drum. The LATTJO Drumstick set includes two solid birch drumsticks, two brushes and two mallet-type drumsticks with black rubber balls on the ends. The set was sold in a turquoise polyester roll-up pouch with a red and white striped fabric panel in the center. The pouch measures about 15 inches long by 10 inches wide. IKEA and LATTJO was printed on a label attached to the pouch.. Units affected: About 2,000 tongue drums and 1,300 drumstick sets.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately take the recalled drum and drumstick sets away from children and return them to IKEA for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 14, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 16075.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (16075) 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 January 14, 2016.
- Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
- Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
- Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
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