Boston Billows Nursing Pillows
Published September 1, 2004
Summary
CPSC records recall 04205, published September 1, 2004. Recalling firm: Boston Billows Inc., of Nashua, N.H.; Reported units: About 8,000.
What's the hazard
If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under the Federal law. Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund. Update: A December 19, 2008 decision by the Commission to exempt this product has superseded this recall action. As a result, this recall action is no longer in effect.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Boston Billows Inc., of Nashua, N.H.
- Manufacturer
- Boston Billows Inc., of Nashua, N.H.
- Distributor
- Hospitals and independent specialty stores, from February 2000 through December 2003, for between $34 and $38.
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Boston Billows Nursing Pillows recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 04205 on September 1, 2004. Reported hazard: If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under the Federal law. Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund. Update: A December 19, 2008 decision by the Commission to exempt this product has superseded this recall action. As a result, this recall action is no longer in effect.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Boston Billows Inc., of Nashua, N.H..