CPSC, Theraline Inc. Announce Recall of Maternity and Nursing Pillows
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2004-09-01). Hazards: suffocation. About 1,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 04204 |
| Published | 2004-09-01 |
| Last updated | 2025-03-11 |
| Product category | Pillows |
| Products | Big V Maternity and Nursing Pillows |
| Firm named in the title | Theraline Inc. |
| Firms | Theraline Inc., of Wendell, Mass. (manufacturer) |
| Manufactured in | Germany |
| Units (US) | 1,000 |
| Hazard classes | suffocation |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | Independent specialty stores sold the pillows, from June 2003 through May 2004, for about $60. |
Description
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.
Hazard
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.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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