CPSC recall 04-204, announced September 1, 2004, covers Theraline Big V Maternity and Nursing Pillows (about 1,000 units). If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund. Recall contact: call (866) 843-7254.
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Which products are included?
The pillows have a blue or peach-colored print fabric showing yellow moons, hearts and stars, or tan and blue teddy bears. The log-shaped pillows measure about 5 feet in length. "THERALINE," "THE BIG V" and "Finest Micropearl Filling" are written on a fabric tag sewn on the pillow.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Theraline
- Manufacturer
- Theraline Inc., of Wendell, Mass.
- Recall number
- 04-204
- Units
- About 1,000
- Manufactured in
- Germany
- Sold at / sales period
- Independent specialty stores sold the pillows, from June 2003 through May 2004, for about $60.
Big V Maternity and Nursing Pillows
CPSC product type: Pillows
Recall contact information
Consumers can contact Theraline Inc. at (866) 843-7254 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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