Skip Hop Recalls Elmo Silicone Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
Skip Hop has recalled about 22,660 Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teethers sold in the U.S. and 3,177 in Canada due to a choking hazard posed by detachable black eyes. The affected toys were sold at Carter's stores, its online…
Pittsburgh, PA, September 3, 2026 —
NEW YORK – Skip Hop is voluntarily recalling approximately 22,660 units of its Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teethers sold in the United States. An additional 3,177 units are being recalled in Canada.
The recall is due to a potential choking hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) stated that the black eyes on the Elmo teethers can detach, posing a risk to young children.
The affected products are the Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teethers. The period of sale for these toys was between January 2025 and March 2026.
Consumers purchased the recalled teethers at various retail locations and online. These included Carter’s stores, Skip Hop’s official online shop, and the website Skiphop.com.
The company has not provided specific details regarding any incidents or injuries related to the detachable eyes. Consumers who have purchased the recalled Elmo teethers are advised to immediately stop using the product and remove it from the reach of children. Further instructions on how to return the product for a refund or replacement will be provided by the company. The exact process for return and refund was not detailed in the initial announcement.
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