The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·08160·Announced 2008-01-10

Shims Bargain Recalls BabyTown Pacifiers Due to Choking and Strangulation Hazards

Shims Bargain is recalling BabyTown pacifiers because the shields are too small and ventilation holes are inadequate, creating choking and strangulation risks for infants.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (choking/strangulation) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Shims Bargain Inc. is recalling approximately 45,000 BabyTown pacifiers due to choking and strangulation hazards. The recalled pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards because the pacifier shield is too small and could easily enter an infant's mouth. Additionally, the ventilation holes are too small and improperly placed to allow for the removal of the pacifier if it becomes lodged in a child's mouth. The packaging also fails to display the required warning against tying a pacifier around a child's neck, which presents a strangulation hazard.

The recalled pacifiers were sold in 4-packs of assorted colors at dollar stores nationwide from March 2004 through December 2007 for $1. The packaging displays "BabyTown" and model #39864. The products were manufactured in China. No injuries have been reported in connection with these pacifiers.

Consumers should take these pacifiers away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Shims Bargain toll-free at (866) 540-3334 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

The recalled product

Product
BabyTown Pacifiers
Manufacturer
Shims Bargain Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Baby Products
Hazard
Affected units
45,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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