CPSC Recall in 2018: Munchkin Recalls Waterpede Bath Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-153

Date: May 10, 2018

Product Name: Waterpede™ children’s bath toys

Recall Description:

This recall involves Munchkin’s Waterpede bath toys. The one piece multi-colored Centipede -shaped toy allows water to be scooped from the top, and flows through the chambers of bottom. The bath toy is 100% plastic and is for children six months and up.

Hazard Description:

The bath toy can break apart exposing small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Replace

Units: About 72,000

Incidents:

The firm has received one report of the toy breaking apart and exposing small beads. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Babies R Us, Target, and other stores nationwide and online at munchkin.com from September 2015 through January 2018 for between $5 and $7.

Manufactured In:

China