Pacifiers decorated with Swarovski crystals
CPSC Recall #07-254 — July 25, 2007
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 07-254 |
| Recall Date | July 25, 2007 |
| Remedy Type | Refund |
| Units Affected | About 1,000 |
Product
Pacifiers decorated with Swarovski crystals
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dara Linda's Baby Bling and Jewelry Design, of Davie, Fla.; Bling Toes, of Cherry Valley, Ill.; Baby Bling Things, of Appleton, Wis.; PeaNaPod Bling and Accessories, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; and MJM Crystal Designs, of Boca Raton, Fla., are voluntarily recalling about 1,000 Pacifiers. These pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifiers' crystals can separate easily, posing an aspiration and ingestion hazard to young children.Name of Product: PacifiersUnits: About 1,000Retailers: Dara Linda's Baby Bling and Jewelry Design, of Davie, Fla.; Bling Toes, of Cherry Valley, Ill.; Baby Bling Things, of Appleton, Wis.; PeaNaPod Bling and Accessories, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; and MJM Crystal Designs, of Boca Raton, Fla.Hazard: These pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifiers' crystals can separate easily, posing an aspiration and ingestion hazard to young children.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The recall involves pacifiers that were purchased from stores, decorated with Swarovski crystals, then resold to consumers. The crystals were glued on the pacifier's handle and guard. They come in different colors and designs. The chart below lists additional information about the products sold.Company Name/ContactName of ProductSold AtDara Linda's Baby Bling and Jewelry Designwww.jewelryandbabyblingbydara.comCall collect: (954) 600-8988Email: [email protected] Bling Swarovski Crystal PacifiersEbay.com and Etsy.com from June 2006 through March 2007 for between $1 and $40.Bling Toeswww.blingtoes.comCall collect: (815) 718-1280Email: [email protected] Bling Swarovski Crystal PacifiersEtsy.com from January 2007 through February 2007 for about $35.Baby Bling ThingsCall collect: (920) 832-9161 Email: [email protected]://www.myspace.com/babyblingthingsbowtiqueBling Swarovski PacifiersEbay.com and Etsy.com from July 2006 through March 2007 for between $15 and $35.PeaNapod Bling and AccessoriesCall collect: (260) 422-3630Ebay Web site: PeaNapod Bling and AccessoriesEmail: [email protected] PacifiersEbay.com from September 2006 through February 2007 for between $10 and $30.MJM Crystal DesignsCall collect: (561) 715-9591Email: [email protected] by BossmanEbay.com from December 2006 through March 2007 for between $10 and $12.(Note: Although these products were advertised by third parties as Swarovski products or containing Swarovski crystals, Swarovski does not manufacture these products or endorse their use.)Manufactured in: United StatesRemedy: Consumers should take these pacifiers away from young children immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a full refund.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact the firm above.
Hazard
These pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifiers' crystals can separate easily, posing an aspiration and ingestion hazard to young children.
Incidents & Injuries
None reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should take these pacifiers away from young children immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a full refund.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund) at no cost to you.
Yes. If you were injured by a defective consumer product — whether recalled or not — you may have grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer and potentially the retailer. A recall notice can serve as evidence that the manufacturer was aware of the defect. Injuries that may support a claim include burns, lacerations, fractures, electric shock, choking incidents, and chemical exposure. Most product liability attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. Consult an attorney promptly, as statutes of limitation vary by state.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.