Sandbox Medical, LLC Recalls Pacifier Clip Due to Choking Hazard
Recall 11738 · May 3, 2011 · Sandbox Medical, LLC
6,000
units affected
6,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 11738
- Date
- May 3, 2011
- Company
- Sandbox Medical, LLC
- Units affected
- 6,000
- Product
- Pacifier Clip
- Product type
- Pacifiers and Teething Rings
- Remedy
- Replacement
- Hazard
- Choking
The product
This recall involves the Cheaper Keeper pacifier clip that attaches a pacifier to a child's clothing. It is a clear plastic clip secured by a pink ribbon with a velcro closure.
What can happen
The clip can break apart, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The fix
Consumers should immediately stop using the pacifier clip and throw it away. Consumers should contact Sandbox Medical for a free replacement.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- Sandbox Medical has received two reports that the clip broke apart during use. No injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Sandbox Baby's website - www.gumdroppacifier.com - from February 2011 through March 2011 for about $3.
Related pages
Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled pacifier clip?
Consumers should immediately stop using the pacifier clip and throw it away. Consumers should contact Sandbox Medical for a free replacement.
What is the hazard?
The clip can break apart, posing a choking hazard to young children.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.