CLASS II Device recall · Reported 29 Jan 2014 · FDA Enforcement Report
UP & UP kids' power toothbrush recalled by Ranir
Ranir is recalling UP & UP kids' power toothbrush, distributed in Illinois, Minnesota. The recall was initiated on 18 Dec 2013 and the FDA has classified it as Class II.
Check your package
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
Recall details
- Recall number
- Z-0782-2014
- FDA event ID
- 67123
- Recalling firm
- Ranir, Grand Rapids, MI
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Recall initiated
- 18 Dec 2013
- FDA classified
- 17 Jan 2014
- Reported
- 29 Jan 2014
- Type
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Customers notified by
- Telephone
- Reason category
- Choking Hazard
- Device type
- Other Medical Devices
Timeline
| 18 Dec 2013 | Recall initiated by company | |
| 17 Jan 2014 | Classified by FDA | +30 days |
| 29 Jan 2014 | Published in enforcement report | +12 days |
Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.
Reason for recall
Ranir, LLC is recalling all lots of UP & UP brand Kid's Power Toothbrush and TopCare brand Clifford Kids Power Toothbrush because the tufted disk may become detached from the power brush handle. If the tuft retention disk detaches from the handle, it is a potential choking hazard for children three years old and younger.
Product as listed by the FDA
UP & UP kids' power toothbrush
Where it was distributed
Distributed in MN and IL.
Questions about this recall
Why was it recalled?
Ranir, LLC is recalling all lots of UP & UP brand Kid's Power Toothbrush and TopCare brand Clifford Kids Power Toothbrush because the tufted disk may become detached from the power brush handle. If the tuft retention disk detaches from the handle, it is a potential choking hazard for children three years old and younger.
Which lots are affected?
UPC 071031015523, all lots
Where was it sold?
Distributed in MN and IL.
What should I do if I have it?
Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.
What does Class II mean?
Class II means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems, or the probability of serious harm is remote.
Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 26 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.
Other products in this recall event
1 other product · FDA event 67123| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLASS II | TopCare Clifford THE BIG RED DOG power toothbrush for kids! recalled | Ranir | Choking Hazard | IL, MN |
More recalls from Ranir
All 2| Reported | Class | Recall | Company | Reason | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device | CLASS II | TopCare Clifford THE BIG RED DOG power toothbrush for kids! recalled | Ranir | Choking Hazard | IL, MN |
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