Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported December 19, 2017
Squatty Potty Recalls Children's Toilet Step Stools Due to Injury and Fall Hazards
The top removable step (hat) on the recalled children's toilet step stools can detach while a child is standing on it, posing injury and fall hazards.
Compiled from official public sources by the editorial team.
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Manu Changzhou Future International Business Mafacturer, from China recalled This recall involves the SquattyPottymus children's toilet step stools used to assist a c… - a moderate-severity action.
Squatty Potty Recalls Children's Toilet Step Stools Due to Injury and Fall Hazards was recalled by Manu Changzhou Future International Business Mafacturer, from China in December 19, 2017. Reason: The top removable step (hat) on the recalled children's toilet step stools can detach while a child is standi…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the children's toilet step stools until they remo…. Verify recall #18066 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Manu Changzhou Future International Business Mafacturer, from China issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The top removable step (hat) on the recalled children's toilet step stools can detach while a child is standi….
- Moderate
- severity level
- December 19, 2017
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #18066 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #18066) was formally reported on December 19, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Manu Changzhou Future International Business Mafacturer, from China is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 2,400.
The documented reason for this recall is: The top removable step (hat) on the recalled children's toilet step stools can detach while a child is standing on it, posing injury and fall hazards. 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 stop using the children's toilet step stools until they remove the hat. Consumers should contact Squatty Potty for instructions on returning the hat portion of the stool,… - 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
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.
Affected scope
About 2,400
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
This recall involves the SquattyPottymus children's toilet step stools used to assist a child in reaching a toilet seat. The plastic step stools measure about 15.8 by 16.8 by 10 inches and were sold individually or as a part of a set, which included a toilet seat and decorative stickers. The step stool is designed to look like a gray hippopotamus with blue or purple eyes. It has a height-adjusting aqua blue hat top step and cut-outs that function as handles on each side.
Reason for recall
The top removable step (hat) on the recalled children's toilet step stools can detach while a child is standing on it, posing injury and fall hazards.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the children's toilet step stools until they remove the hat. Consumers should contact Squatty Potty for instructions on returning the hat portion of the stool, free of cost, for a $10 refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 18066 |
| Date reported | December 19, 2017 |
| Date initiated | December 19, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Manu Changzhou Future International Business Mafacturer, from China |
| Affected scope | About 2,400 |
| 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 stop using the children's toilet step stools until they remove the hat. Consumers should contact Squ…
- Check the recall number (18066) 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 the SquattyPottymus children's toilet step stools used to assist a child in reaching a toilet seat. The plastic step stools measure about 15.8 by 16.8 by 10 inches and were sold individually or as a part of a set, which included a toilet seat and decorative stickers. The step stool is designed to look like a gray hippopotamus with blue or purple eyes. It has a height-adjusting aqua blue hat top step and cut-outs that function as handles on each side.. Recalled by Manu Changzhou Future International Business Mafacturer, from China. Units affected: About 2,400.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The top removable step (hat) on the recalled children's toilet step stools can detach while a child is standing on it, posing injury and fall hazards.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the children's toilet step stools until they remove the hat. Consumers should contact Squatty Potty for instructions on returning the hat portion of the stool, free of cost, for a $10 refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 18066.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (18066) 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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