Published by Reclia Safety Desk | July 14, 2026
📌 EU Safety Gate Recall Notice
Product: Musical toy
Brand: VILAC
Country: The Netherlands
Hazards: Choking Hazard, Non-Compliance
What to do: Stop using this product. Follow the recall instructions for refund or replacement.
Case #SR/01409/26 |
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Recall Summary
| Product | Musical toy |
| Brand | VILAC |
| Country | The Netherlands |
| Case Number | SR/01409/26 |
| Hazard | Choking Hazard, Non-Compliance |
| Source | 🇪🇺 EU Safety Gate |
Reclia – Recall Information Record
Case Number: SR/01409/26
Date of Entry: Based on EU Safety Gate alert
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1. Recall Summary
The manufacturer of the VILAC “Cubes sonores de la ferme” musical toy has initiated a voluntary recall and corrective action in the Netherlands. The recall was notified by the Netherlands to the EU Safety Gate system. The product is a coloured musical block toy sold online, specifically via www.ilovespeelgoed.nl. The manufacturer has taken measures including stopping sales and marking the product with appropriate warnings regarding the identified risks.
2. Affected Products
– Product: Musical toy (coloured musical blocks)
– Brand: VILAC
– Name: Cubes sonores de la ferme
– Type/Model Number: 2102
– Batch Number: 31448
– Barcode: 3048700021021
– Country of Origin: France
– Notifying Country: The Netherlands
– Sales Channel: Sold online, in particular via www.ilovespeelgoed.nl.
– Production Dates: Not specified in the recall notice.
3. Hazard Information
The product poses a choking risk. The toy has a small part – specifically the end cap of the metal shaft with the coloured wooden rings – that can easily detach. Small children may put this detached part in their mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1. The risk level is classified as “Serious risk” by the notifying authority.
4. Consumer Action Required
Consumers are advised to take the following actions based on the official measures notified by the manufacturer:
– Stop using the product immediately.
– The manufacturer has taken the measure of marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risks. Consumers should check for any updated warning labels or instructions provided by the manufacturer.
– The manufacturer has also taken the measure of stopping sales. Consumers should not attempt to purchase or sell this product further.
– For specific instructions on returning the product or obtaining a remedy, consumers should contact the seller or manufacturer directly. The recall notice does not specify a mandatory return process; the primary notified measures are a stop of sales and the addition of warning markings.
5. Official Remedy
The official measures taken by the manufacturer (the type of economic operator taking the notified measures) are as follows:
– Stop of sales: Effective from 29/04/2026.
– Marking the product with appropriate warnings on the risks: Date of entry into force is unknown.
The recall notice does not specify a refund, replacement, or repair as a remedy. The notified measures focus on halting further distribution and adding risk warnings to existing products. Consumers should contact the point of sale or manufacturer for clarification on any available remedy beyond the stated measures.
6. Contact Information
– Recall Notifying Authority: The Netherlands (via EU Safety Gate)
– EU Safety Gate Alert Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/10098846
– Case Number: SR/01409/26
– Product Sales Website: www.ilovespeelgoed.nl (product sold online via this site)
– Manufacturer: VILAC (France)
– Recall URL: Not specified in the recall notice.
– Company Recall Code: Not specified in the recall notice.
Note: This record is based solely on the information provided in the EU Safety Gate alert. Any details not present in the source data are marked as “Not specified in the recall notice.” Consumers seeking further assistance should contact the retailer or manufacturer directly.
Recall Timeline
- **Current** – Recall announced via EU Safety Gate
- **Ongoing** – Consumers advised to stop using product
- **Ongoing** – Refund or replacement available from manufacturer
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I identify the recalled Musical toy?
A: Check the product label and packaging against the official EU Safety Gate recall notice (Case #SR/01409/26).
Q: What should I do if I own the recalled Musical toy?
A: The recall notice advises consumers to stop using the product immediately and follow the recall instructions.
Q: How do I get a refund or replacement for the recalled Musical toy?
A: Contact the manufacturer or retailer using the information in the recall notice.
Q: What if my child has already used this product?
A: Check for any signs of injury. Monitor closely and contact a healthcare provider if concerned.
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from official EU Safety Gate recall notices.
Reclia is a recall information database and does not conduct product testing, safety certification,
or independent investigations.
Consumers should refer to the original EU Safety Gate notice
for complete details and official instructions.