West Music Recalls Shaker Guiro Instruments Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4300.
The recalled shaker guiro is a ridged, cylinder-shaped percussion instrument that contains beads and is played by scraping a stick along the surface. The shaker guiro measures about 2" wide x 5" long. One end of the instrument is painted red and the other end is painted blue. The center section and stick are natural wood. "Basic Beat 5" Guiro/Shaker," "SHBB5," and "Recommended for Ages 6+" are printed on the packaging.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4300.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shaker guiro instrument away from children and contact West Music to arrange to receive a replacement instrument.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact West Music Retail Stores In Iowa And Illinois, The West Music Catalog, Online At Www.westmusic.com, And West Music Booths At Conventions And Workshops Nationwide, The Music Together Catalog, And Www.musictogether.com From November 2001 Through March 2008 For Between $9 And $11. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-4300.
For additional information, contact West Music at (800) 397-9378 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, or email the firm at service@westmusic.com
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West Music Retail Stores In Iowa And Illinois, The West Music Catalog, Online At Www.westmusic.com, And West Music Booths At Conventions And Workshops Nationwide, The Music Together Catalog, And Www.musictogether.com From November 2001 Through March 2008 For Between $9 And $11. Recall FAQ
West Music Retail Stores In Iowa And Illinois, The West Music Catalog, Online At Www.westmusic.com, And West Music Booths At Conventions And Workshops Nationwide, The Music Together Catalog, And Www.musictogether.com From November 2001 Through March 2008 For Between $9 And $11. is the subject of a toys recall: West Music Recalls Shaker Guiro Instruments Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. The notice was published on May 22, 2008 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 6,500 units are potentially affected.