Flashing Pacifiers
Published November 2, 2006
Summary
CPSC records recall 07024, published November 2, 2006. Reported units: About 237,000.
What's the hazard
These pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The nipple can separate from the shield easily, posing a choking hazard. Some pacifiers were sold with necklaces that pose a strangulation hazard, and one of the necklaces has beads that can come loose, which poses an aspiration hazard. Though they are marketed for older children, they could be given to babies, and can cause serious injury or death.
What to do
Consumers should take these pacifiers away from young children immediately and dispose of them. Consumers can also return the pacifiers to the retailers for a refund.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Rhode Island Novelty, of Providence, R.I.
- Distributor
- Novelty shops, toy stores, carnivals, amusement parks and by Web retailers nationwide from January 2003 through September 2006 for between $0.55 and $13.
- UPC
- 012480011328
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Flashing Pacifiers recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 07024 on November 2, 2006. Reported hazard: These pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The nipple can separate from the shield easily, posing a choking hazard. Some pacifiers were sold with necklaces that pose a strangulation hazard, and one of the necklaces has beads that can come loose, which poses an aspiration hazard. Though they are marketed for older children, they could be given to babies, and can cause serious injury or death.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should take these pacifiers away from young children immediately and dispose of them. Consumers can also return the pacifiers to the retailers for a refund.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Rhode Island Novelty, of Providence, R.I.. UPC: 012480011328.