Product Recalls
Your Baby's Safety And Satisfaction Is Our Top Priority
It is our goal that every product you purchase is safe to use as intended and free from defects. We work closely with our suppliers to ensure products identified as being unsafe or defective are listed here and withdrawn from sale immediately.
Current Product Recalls
Plum Silicone Soother
Recall Date: 06/07/2021
Products Affected
- Plum Silicone Soother
Defect & How To Check
In a small number of products, the packaging has caused the silicone teat to split from the shield.
Hazard
A suffocation hazard may result when the teat separates from the shield.
Action Required
Immediately stop using the soother and return it to the Baby Bunting Store for a full refund.
Contact Details
Consumers can contact by phone on 03 9580 6055 (Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm), by email at orders@plumaustralia.com.au
Playgro Clip Clop and Clopette Activity Rattles
Recall Date: 24/03/21
Products Affected
- Playgro Clip Clop and Clopette Activity Rattles
Defect & How To Check
The abacus ring on the horse's back may dislodge and release the small beads.
Hazard
Small parts may pose a choking or suffocation hazard for young children.
Action Required
Consumers should stop using the product and contact Playgro to organize for a return and refund.
Contact Details
Consumers can contact Playgro by phone on 03 8558 2000 (Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm), by email at sales@playgro.com, or go to https://www.playgro.com
Joie i-Travvel Car Seat
Defect
Testing of the product has identified safety concerns. In the event of an accident, the harness anchor point may detach from the frame of the car seat.
Hazard
If the harness anchor point detaches, the child may not be adequately restrained, which may result in serious injury to the child.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund or store credit.
Contact Details
For more information, consumers can contact the place of purchase or contact the Joie Baby AU Consumer Hot line on 02 8197 9962 (Monday to Sunday, 8am – 4pm AEST).
Angelcare Baby Bath Seat, Bath Support and Bath Support Fit
Recall Date: 16/02/2020
Defect
The product does not comply with marking requirements of the mandatory standard 'Consumer Goods (Baby Bath Aids) Safety Standard 2017'.
Hazard
Users may not be aware of important safety information about the use of the product. There is potentially an increased risk of drowning if the product is not used as intended.
Action Required
Consumers should contact Valiant Brands to receive a compliant safety label with appropriate placement instructions.
Contact Details
Consumers can contact the Angelcare Recall Hotline at (03) 9581 8014 or via email at info@valiantbrands.com.au.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/valiant-enterprises-angelcare-baby-bath-seat-bath-support-and-bath-support-fit.
Joie i-Gemm and Gemm
Recall Date: 7/11/2019
Products Affected
- Joie i-Gemm infant capsule and base – model number I1404BAPAV600 only - all serial numbers in this model.
- Joie i-Gemm base - model number I1404BAPAV600 only.
- Joie Gemm infant capsule and base, sold as part of the Joie Litetrax 4 Travel System - model number T1112WACRM600 only, serial numbers 0779587 to 0779686.
Defect
The top tether strap may release under excessive load.
Hazard
If the top tether strap releases in a crash, an infant may be injured.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and return the products to then place of purchase for a full refund or store credit.
Contact Details
For more information, consumers can contact the place of purchase or contact the Joie Baby AU Consumer Hot line on 02 8880 8385 (Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm AEST).
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/bright-childrens-products-co-limited-joie-i-gemm-infant-capsules.
4baby Safari Romper and 4baby Almanac Shortie Owl Romper
Recall Date: 1/11/2019
Products Affected
4baby Safari Romper (sold in Navy style)
SKU Nos.:
- 115447NVY0
- 115447NVY00
- 115447NVY000
- 115447NVY0000
- 115447NVY1
4baby Almanac Owl Shortie Romper (sold in Grey styles)
SKU Nos.:
- 115452GRY0
- 115452GRY00
- 115452GRY000
- 115452GRY0000
- 115452GRY1
Defect
The zipper slider may detach from the zipper when done up.
Hazard
A zipper slider that has become detached from a garment may pose a potential choking hazard to a child.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately cease using the clothing. Consumers can return the clothing to any Baby Bunting store for a full refund.
Contact Details
For further information, including if you purchased the clothing online, contact Farallon Brands Australia by phoning 1300 856 022 or email enquiries@babybunting.com.au. Details of store locations can be found at https://www.babybunting.com.au/find-a-store.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/farallon-brands-australia-4baby-safari-romper-4baby-almanac-shortie-owl-romper.
Stokke Steps Bouncer Greige
Recall Date: 25/06/2019
Products Affected
Stokke Steps Bouncer Greige (SKU 112410) sold at Baby Bunting between May 2018 - June 2019.
Defect
Consumers who own both the Stokke Steps Chair and the Stokke Steps Bouncer may find in some circumstances that the Bouncer does not attach properly to the chair even though the locking indicator turns green.
This defect only occurs when the Stokke Steps High Chair and the Stokke Steps Bouncer are used together.
Hazard
The Stokke Steps Bouncer may detach from the chair - because of caregiver or sibling interaction, for instance. Should this happen, there is a risk that the bouncer may fall to the ground and cause serious injury to the child.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the combination of Stokke Steps Chair and Bouncer, and go to reclamations.stokke.com/stepsbouncer to check whether their Bouncer is affected. If the Bouncer is verified as affected, consumers should continue their registration to receive instructions on how to get their product repaired.
Contact Details
Please visit the above website for verification of product and registration. For more information, Stokke can be reached via e-mail at info@exquira.com.au or by calling 1300 814 557.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/stokke-steps-bouncer-greige.
Tripp Trapp Newborn Set
Recall Date: 24/06/2019
Products Affected
Stokke Tripp Trapp Newborn Set V2 Grey (SKU 113890) sold at Baby Bunting between February 2019 - June 2019.
Defect
When re-assembling the Newborn Set harness after washing, there is a risk that consumers can assemble the harness incorrectly. This may lead to one or more harness attachment points detaching.
Hazard
If the defect occurs, while the child is seated in the harness, they could fall and be injured.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the Tripp Trapp Newborn Set and go to reclamations.stokke.com/newbornupgrade to verify whether their product is affected. If the Newborn Set is verified as affected, consumers should continue their registration to receive instructions on how to get their product repaired.
Contact Details
Please visit the above website for verification of product and registration. For more information, Stokke can be reached via e-mail at info@exquira.com.au or by calling 1300 814 557.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/stokke-tripp-trapp-newborn-set.
Steelcraft Festiva Walker
Recall Date: 14/05/2019
Products Affected
Steelcraft Festiva Walker (SKU 105324) sold at Baby Bunting from 27th September 2018 to 17th April 2019. Model & Batch label showing the batch number as a year and month are attached to the front of the pink base of the walker. CAT No 30403 Batch Dates 2018/06 or 2018/10 are affected.
Defect
In some circumstances, through misuse, the toy bar may break allowing the coloured beads to come loose.
Hazard
If the defect occurs, the loose beads may present a choking hazard.
Action Required
Consumers who have models with Batch No. 2018/06 or 2018/10 should immediately discontinue use of the activity tray and return the walker to Baby Bunting for a full refund of the purchase price.
Contact Details
Consumers can call Britax Childcare Help Line on 1800 806 974 (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 5pm EST) advising the Cat. No. & Batch No.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/britax-childcare-pty-ltd-steelcraft-festiva-walker-cat-no-30403.
Tikk Tokk Wooden Playpen
Recall Date: 02/05/2019
Products Affected
Tikk Tokk Wooden Playpen sold at Baby Bunting between 1st February 2019 to 12th April 2019. Batch number TI470CF-BB on packaging.
Defect
Due to a manufacturing fault in one batch, the spring ball inside the playpen that locks the moulded plastic corners into place may become loose.
Hazard
If the spring ball becomes loose, it could pose a choking hazard to babies and young children.
Action Required
Consumers should inspect the product to see if a spring ball is loose and if so, stop using the product immediately and return the product to Baby Bunting for a full refund.
Contact Details
Consumers can call TikkTokk on 02 9980 6633 (Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm EST) or email playpenrecall@tikktokk.com.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/tikk-tokk-pty-ltd-wooden-playpen.
mybaby Comfort Creatures Night Light - Giraffe
Recall Date:08/11/18
Products Affected
Comforting night light (model number: MYB-N100GIR-AU) with 5 adjustable LED light colour options, powered by external power adapter. The affected products are marked with batch number of “GP230118”, which is identified underneath the night light.
Defect
In some cases, soft brown plastic feet may not be sufficiently bonded with main unit, may generate small parts.
Hazard
Small parts may cause choking, suffocation, or death in young children.
Action Required
Stop using the product immediately and remove from reach of children. Consumers can return the product to point of purchase for a full refund.
Contact Details
Contact Dale Group recall helpline on 03 9553 0024 (Mon-Fri, 9.30am to 4.00pm AEST).
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/homedics-australia-pty-ltd-mybaby-comfort-creature-night-light-giraffe.
4Baby Zip Coveralls
Recall Date:01/10/18
Products Affected
4Baby Coveralls sold in-store and online by Baby Bunting Pty Ltd (sold March 2017 to August 2018).
Product codes: 105460, 105461, 105462, 105463, 107587, 107588, 107589, 107590, 107591, 107592, 107593, 107594.
Defect
The zipper slider may detach from the zipper when done up.
Hazard
A detached zipper slider may pose a potential choking hazard to a child.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately cease using the clothing. Consumers can return the clothing to any Baby Bunting store for a full refund.
Contact Details
For further information, including if you purchased the clothing online, contact Baby Bunting by phoning 1300 422 292 or email enquiries@babybunting.com.au.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/baby-bunting-pty-ltd-4baby-zip-coverall-4baby-printed-coverall-4baby-short-sleeve-coverall.
Details of store locations can be found at https://www.babybunting.com.au/find-a-store.
SmarTrike Trikes unsafe for use as a stroller
Recall Date:01/10/18
Products Affected
SmarTrike Trikes models:
- Swing Hooded Baby Trike sold by Baby Bunting October 2014 - May 2018
- Breeze GL Baby Trike sold by Baby Bunting November 2015 - June 2017
- SmarTfold 500 Trike sold by Baby Bunting October 2017 - May 2018
- Shine Hooded Baby Trike sold by Baby Bunting October 2017 - May 2018
- Deluxe 4-in-1 Trike with Raincover sold by Baby Bunting February 2017 - January 2018
Defect
The products have features of strollers but are unsafe for use as strollers as they do not come with parking brakes, tether straps or suitable warnings.
Hazard
When used as a stroller to transport children, the product may cause injury to a child if the product rolls in an uncontrolled manner or if a child falls out of the product.
Action Required
Consumers should not use the product as a stroller to transport children. Consumers who purchased the product from Baby Bunting believing that it was a stroller or that it could be used as a stroller, can return the product to Baby Bunting to receive a full refund.
Contact Details
For further information, contact Baby Bunting by phoning 1300 422 292 or email enquiries@babybunting.com.au. Details of store locations can be found at https://www.babybunting.com.au/find-a-store.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/baby-bunting-pty-ltd-smartrike-trikes.
Fisher Price Royal Trike unsafe for use as a stroller
Recall Date: 25/09/18
Products Affected
Fisher Price Royal Trike - sold by Baby Bunting July 2013 - June 2014
Defect
The product has features of a stroller but is unsafe for use as a stroller as it does not come with a tether strap.
Hazard
When used as a stroller to transport children, the product may cause injury to a child if the product rolls in an uncontrolled manner or if a child falls out of the product.
Action Required
Consumers should not use the product as a stroller to transport children. Consumers who purchased the product from Baby Bunting believing that it was a stroller or that it could be used as a stroller, can return the product to Baby Bunting to receive a full refund.
Contact Details
For further information, contact Baby Bunting by phoning 1300 422 292 or email enquiries@babybunting.com.au. Details of store locations can be found at https://www.babybunting.com.au/find-a-store.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/baby-bunting-pty-ltd-fisher-price-royal-trike.
Troll LUKAS Mattress base missing warning labels
Recall Date:05/06/18
Products Affected
Troll LUKAS mattress base missing warnings labels - sold by Baby Bunting August 2017 - May 2018
Defect
Missing warning labels. Cots manufactured on the 30/5/2017 do not comply with Consumer Protection Notice No6 of 2005 for labelling requirements. Compliance stickers with mandatory consumer warnings were not placed on the top of the surface of the mattress base.
Hazard
Injury risk if the incorrect mattress is used, or the base is not adjusted to the correct position.
Action Required
If you purchased a Troll Lukas cot after August 2017 from a Baby Bunting store, check the top surface of your mattress base, and if the warning stickers are absent, contact Danish by Design Pty Ltd to receive a new sticker and instructions on fixing it to your cot base.
Contact Details
Further information is available from Danish by Design Pty Ltd on (03) 9588 0999 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, or by email to info@danishbydesign.com.au.
Further information can also be found at https://www.productsafety.gov.au/recall/danish-by-design-pty-ltd-troll-lukas-cot.
Cherub Baby Car Bottle Warmer
Recall Date: 19/03/18
Products Affected
Cherub Baby Car Bottle Warmer SKU CHWR001 and batch code 0517
Defect
There is a possibility the warmer may overheat during use. The batch number is located on the underside of the gift box. If you have discarded the gift box and need further assistance in identifying if your product is affected, please contact Cherub Baby.
Hazard
If the warmer overheats it may pose a burn or fire hazard.
Action Required
Consumers should immediately stop using the warmer and return to their place of purchase for a full refund.
Contact Details
Further information is available from Cherub Baby on (03) 9005 1734 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, or by email to mail@cherubbaby.com.au.
Troll mattresses to suit Nicole, Sun and Lukas cots
Recall Date:5/02/18
Products Affected
Troll mattresses to suit Nicole, Sun and Lukas cots
Defect
Some Troll mattresses to suit Nicole, Sun and Lukas cots maybe undersized. Only undersized mattresses are recalled. Undersized mattresses that result in a gap greater than 4cm between the cot and the mattress do not comply with the mandatory standard ' Consumer Protection Notice No.6 of 2005 Consumer Product Safety Standard: Children's Household Cots'.
Hazard
Gaps between the mattress and cot that are greater than 4cm can cause a risk of entrapment.
Action Required
To see if your mattress is undersized, follow the instructions available at https://www.danishbydesign.com.au/product-information/troll-furniture/. Only undersized mattresses are recalled. Undersized mattresses will be replaced by a correctly sized mattress.
Contact Details
For further information contact Danish by Design by phoning 03 9588 0999 or emailing info@danishbydesign.com.au.