Teething Toy Recalls 2026: Pull-String Teethers and More
Every 2026 CPSC teething toy recall we found, including pull-string silicone teethers, Skip Hop Elmo teethers and HABA rattles, why they were recalled, and safer ways to soothe teething.
By TeachToddler Editorial Team · Published · 1 min read
Quick answer: The CPSC has announced 12 teething toy recalls in 2026 as of October 24, 2026. Most involve "pull-string" silicone teethers, often sold as Montessori toys, that violate the federal toy standard because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted and can reach the back of a baby's throat. The largest were Tiyol (about 102,430 units, 11 choking incidents), GOPO (about 70,410) and AiTuiTui (about 49,410, 15 choking incidents). Skip Hop also recalled Sesame Street Elmo silicone teethers because the eyes can detach if frozen, and HABA recalled a rainbow rattle whose cord knot can untie. Stop using any recalled teether and follow the refund steps. TeachToddler has no commercial relationship with any company named here. This list is compiled from CPSC recall notices; we don't rate or recommend products.
What parents should know
- Pull-string teethers dominate 2026 teether recalls; strings can lodge in the throat.
- Yetonamr: 32 choking incidents; AiTuiTui: 15; Tiyol: 11 (per CPSC).
- Skip Hop Elmo teether (Sept 3, 2026): eyes can detach if frozen.
- FDA warns against teething necklaces and bracelets and benzocaine teething products.
- FDA-advised soothing: rub gums with a clean finger or offer a firm rubber teether that isn't frozen (per FDA).
How we built this list
We pulled every 2026 CPSC recall with "teether," "teething" or "teeth" in the title as of October 24, 2026. Units, incidents and remedies are quoted from each notice; prices are removed. One notice's hazard field in CPSC's database contained unrelated text, so we describe hazards from the notice titles and summaries.
Why pull-string teethers are being recalled
A pull-string teether is a silicone shape with soft silicone cords that a baby pulls and chews. In the 2026 notices, CPSC says the recalled versions violate the mandatory standard for toys because the strings are smaller and longer than permitted, so they can reach the back of the throat and become lodged, causing respiratory distress or choking (CPSC). Several were sold through Amazon, Temu or SHEIN storefronts. Not every pull-string toy is recalled, but the pattern is worth knowing: check any you own against the table.
2026 recall list
| Recall date | Product (links to CPSC notice) | Units | Hazard (per CPSC) | Incidents reported | What to do | Where it was sold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | SHEIN Distribution Corporation Recalls Pull and Chew Montessori Teething Toys | About 644 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory safety standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | None reported | Consumers should stop using the recalled teething toys immediately, take them away from children, and contact SHEIN for a refund. | SHEIN.com from December 2025 through April 2026. |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Skip Hop Recalls Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teethers | About 22,660 (In addition, about 3,177 were sold in Canada) | The black eyes can detach from the recalled teether if frozen, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a choking hazard. | Skip Hop Inc. | Consumers should stop using the recalled teether immediately, take it away from children and contact Skip Hop Inc. | Sold At: Carter’s retail stores nationwide and online at www.carters.com and www.skiphop.com from January 2025 through March 2026. |
| Aug 27, 2026 | HABA USA Recalls Rainbow Rattle Grasping and Teething Toys | About 2,000 | The glued knot on the elastic cord can become untied on the recalled product, allowing young children access to the small wooden and plastic pieces, posing a risk of serious injury or death from choking and ingestion hazards. | The firm has received two reports of the knots on the elastic cord becoming untied. | Consumers should stop using the rattle grasping and teething toy immediately, take it away from children and contact HABA USA to receive a full refund. | Sold At: Specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Target.com, Bellalunatoys.com, Habausa.com and Nordstrom.com from December 2025 through July 2026. |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Little Rawr Pull String Teething Toys Recalled | About 2,180 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | The firm is aware of one report of the toy's strings reaching the back of a child's throat, resulting in respiratory distress or choking. | Consumers should stop using the teething toy immediately, take it away from children and contact Okabesini-us to receive a full refund. | Online at Amazon.com from September 2025 through April 2026. |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Aojieni Silicone Recalls Sili Factory Pull String Teething Toys | About 5,918 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | CPSC is aware of one report of the toy's strings reaching the back of a child's throat, resulting in gagging. | Consumers should stop using the teething toy immediately, take it away from children and contact Aojieni Silicone to receive a full refund. | Online at Amazon.com from May 2025 through April 2026. |
| Jul 23, 2026 | CuddleCubs Creations Teething Toy Sets Recalled | About 404 | The recalled teething toy sets contain a pull string teething toy that violates the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | None reported | Consumers should stop using the pull string teething toys immediately, take them away from children and contact YouRfocus for a full refund. | Online at Amazon.com from December 2024 through April 2026. |
| Jun 18, 2026 | GOPO Toys Recalls Pull String Teething Toys | About 70,410 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | The firm is aware of three reports of the toy's strings reaching the back of a child's throat, resulting in respiratory distress or choking. | Consumers should stop using the teething toy immediately, take it away from children and contact GOPO Toys to receive a full refund. | Online at Amazon.com from August 2023 through March 2026. |
| Jun 11, 2026 | LiKee Pull String Teething Toys Recalled | About 24,400 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | The firm has received ten reports of the toys' strings reaching the back of a child's throat, resulting in respiratory distress or choking. | Consumers should stop using the toy immediately, take it away from children and contact ChilanTech for free replacement toy of at least equal value, including shipping. | Amazon.com from November 2024 through December 2025. |
| May 14, 2026 | Tiyol Pull String Teething Toys Recalled | About 102,430 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. | CPSC is aware of 11 choking incidents. | Consumers should stop using the toy immediately, take it away from children and contact ZW Creations for a free replacement. | Online at Amazon.com from October 2022 through January 2026. |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Montessori Toy Sets Recalled (firm: SpringFlower) | About 21,900 | The Montessori toy sets contain an airplane shaped teething toy that has tentacle ends that can pose a choking hazard to young children. | None reported | Consumers should stop using the Montessori toy sets immediately and take them away from children and contact SpringFlower for a free replacement part or a refund. | Online at Amazon.com from October 2023 through November 2025. |
| Jan 29, 2026 | AiTuiTui Pull String Teething Toys Recalled | About 49,410 | Pull-string teething toy; CPSC title cites choking risk and violation of the mandatory standard for toys. | CPSC is aware of 15 choking incidents and two incidents of children able to bite pieces off the silicone strings. | Consumers should stop using the teething toy immediately and contact Vanfun for full refund remedy. | Online at Amazon.com from August 2022 to September 2025. |
| Jan 22, 2026 | Yetonamr Pull String Teething Toys Recalled | About 6,800 | The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller than permitted. | CPSC is aware of 32 choking incidents. | Consumers should stop using the teething toy immediately, take it away from children and contact Longyanguiheng to receive a full refund. | Online at Amazon.com from June 2025 through October 2025. |
How to check whether yours is recalled
- Find the brand, model number and date code on the product or box, then open the matching CPSC notice linked in the table; each notice describes exactly which units are included.
- Search the full CPSC list at CPSC.gov/Recalls for anything not shown here; this page covers 2026 notices we pulled on October 24, 2026.
- Bought it from an online marketplace? Many of these recalls name a specific seller. Check your order history for the seller name shown in the notice.
- Don't resell, donate or give away a recalled teether. Follow the disposal step in the notice.
- Had a problem with a product that isn't recalled? Report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Safer ways to soothe teething
On average, babies start teething around 4 to 7 months and have 20 baby teeth by age 3; occasional symptoms include mild irritability, low-grade fever, drooling and an urge to chew (FDA). More in our teething guide.
- Gently rub or massage swollen gums with a clean finger (FDA).
- Offer a firm teether made of rubber, not liquid-filled and not frozen, and supervise use (FDA).
- Skip benzocaine and lidocaine gels and homeopathic teething tablets; FDA warns they can cause serious harm, including methemoglobinemia from benzocaine (FDA).
- Don't use teething necklaces, bracelets or anklets; FDA has received reports of deaths and serious injuries, including strangulation and choking (FDA).
- Inspect teethers before each use and throw away any that are torn, cracked or have loose parts.
When to call for help
Call 911 if your baby: Is choking and can't cry, cough or breathe, is turning blue, or becomes limp; start infant choking first aid if trained (see baby choking: what to do). Call your pediatrician if gagging or noisy breathing continues after a piece of a toy may have been swallowed, if a teething baby seems very sick or has a fever (fever is not a typical teething sign, so ask your doctor), or right away for pale, gray or blue skin, shortness of breath, fatigue, headache or a racing heartbeat after any benzocaine product was used, which FDA lists as signs of methemoglobinemia (FDA).
Frequently asked questions
Why are pull-string teethers being recalled?
CPSC says the recalled versions' silicone strings are smaller and longer than the toy standard allows and can lodge in the back of the throat.
Is the Skip Hop Elmo teether recalled?
Yes. About 22,660 Baby Sesame Street Elmo silicone teethers were recalled Sept 3, 2026 because the eyes can detach if frozen.
Are all pull-string teething toys recalled?
No. Check your toy's brand and seller against the CPSC notices in our table.
Are teething necklaces safe?
No. FDA warns they can cause choking and strangulation and has received reports of deaths.
What is the safest teether?
FDA advises a firm rubber teether that isn't frozen, used with supervision, or rubbing gums with a clean finger.
Keep reading
Sources
This guide was checked against the current guidance below. Medical and safety recommendations can change; use the linked source and your child's clinician for decisions specific to your family.
- FDA: Safely soothing teething pain in infants and children
- CPSC: Recalls and product safety warnings
- SaferProducts.gov: report an unsafe product
- CPSC: SHEIN Distribution Corporation Recalls Pull and Chew Montessori Teething Toys (Sep 17, 2026)
- CPSC: Skip Hop Recalls Baby Sesame Street Elmo Silicone Teethers (Sep 3, 2026)
- CPSC: HABA USA Recalls Rainbow Rattle Grasping and Teething Toys (Aug 27, 2026)
- CPSC: Little Rawr Pull String Teething Toys Recalled (Aug 6, 2026)
- CPSC: Aojieni Silicone Recalls Sili Factory Pull String Teething Toys (Jul 23, 2026)
- CPSC: CuddleCubs Creations Teething Toy Sets Recalled (Jul 23, 2026)
- CPSC: GOPO Toys Recalls Pull String Teething Toys (Jun 18, 2026)
- CPSC: LiKee Pull String Teething Toys Recalled (Jun 11, 2026)
- CPSC: Tiyol Pull String Teething Toys Recalled (May 14, 2026)
- CPSC: Montessori Toy Sets Recalled (Apr 16, 2026)
- CPSC: AiTuiTui Pull String Teething Toys Recalled (Jan 29, 2026)
- CPSC: Yetonamr Pull String Teething Toys Recalled (Jan 22, 2026)