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Handi-Craft Recalls Dr. Brown's Lovey Pacifier & Teether Holders Due to Choking Hazard

Name: Handi-Craft Recalls Dr. Brown's Lovey Pacifier & Teether Holders Due to Choking Hazard
Brand: Yangzhou Rich Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd., of Yang Zhou City, China
SKU: CPSC-18126
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 1.0 (1 reviews)

Publié le: 15 mars 2018ID du rappel: 18126Catégorie: Produits de ConsommationPays: États-Unis

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Motif du rappel / Danger

The snap can detach from the pacifier's ribbon, posing a choking hazard for young children.

Description du produit & Identification

This recall involves Dr. Brown's Lovey pacifier & teether holders. The holders were sold in eight styles: Giraffe, Zebra, Turtle, Reindeer (Special Holiday Edition), Frog (Special Holiday Edition), Spring Bunny (Special Holiday Edition), Deer and Bunny. Only holders with the following lot codes are included in this recall: RICH0615; RICH0715; RICH0815; RICH1215; RICH0516; RICH0616; RICH0716; RICH1116; RICH1016; RICH0916; RICH1216; RICH0317; RICH0417; RICH0517; RICH0617; RICH0717; RICH0817; RICH0917. The lot codes are printed on the tag attached to the holder. Consumers can confirm lot codes included in the recall at www.drbrownsbaby.com/recall-lovey.

Produits concernés

Dr. Brown's Lovey pacifier & teether holders

Additional Source Details

Field	Value
U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Handi-Craft-Recalls-Dr-Browns-Lovey-Pacifier-Teether-Holders-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
Title	Handi-Craft Recalls Dr. Brown's Lovey Pacifier & Teether Holders Due to Choking Hazard
Images › 1 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Deer.JPG
Images › 2 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Bunny.JPG
Images › 3 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Giraffe AC047.JPG
Images › 4 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Zebra AC048.JPG
Images › 5 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Turtle AC049.JPG
Images › 6 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Bunny_0.JPG
Images › 7 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Reindeer AC070 (Special Holiday Edition).JPG
Images › 8 › U R L	https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/Lovey Frog AC093 (Special Holiday Edition).JPG
Hazards › Name	The snap can detach from the pacifier's ribbon, posing a choking hazard for young children.
Injuries › Name	The firm has received a total of 67 reports of the ribbon fraying and the snap detaching. No injuries have reported.
Products › Name	Dr. Brown's Lovey pacifier & teether holders
Products › Number Of Units	About 590,000 (in addition, about 10,500 were sold in Canada)
Recall I D	8286
Remedies › Name	Consumer should immediately take the recalled holders away from young children and contact Handi-Craft for further instructions to receive a replacement product or comparable merchandise of equal or lesser value.
Importers › Name	Handi-Craft Company, of St. Louis, Mo.
Retailers › Name	Bed Bath & Beyond, H-E-B Grocery, K-Mart, Target, Toys 'R Us/Babies 'R Us, Wal-Mart and various stores nationwade and online at Amazon.com from August 2015 to March 2018 for about $10
Recall Date	2018-03-15T00:00:00
Description	This recall involves Dr. Brown's Lovey pacifier & teether holders. The holders were sold in eight styles: Giraffe, Zebra, Turtle, Reindeer (Special Holiday Edition), Frog (Special Holiday Edition), Spring Bunny (Special Holiday Edition), Deer and Bunny. Only holders with the following lot codes are included in this recall: RICH0615; RICH0715; RICH0815; RICH1215; RICH0516; RICH0616; RICH0716; RICH1116; RICH1016; RICH0916; RICH1216; RICH0317; RICH0417; RICH0517; RICH0617; RICH0717; RICH0817; RICH0917. The lot codes are printed on the tag attached to the holder. Consumers can confirm lot codes included in the recall at www.drbrownsbaby.com/recall-lovey.
Distributors › Name	Handi-Craft Company, of St. Louis, Mo.
Recall Number	18126
Manufacturers › Name	Yangzhou Rich Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd., of Yang Zhou City, China
Remedy Options › Option	Replace
Inconjunctions › U R L	http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2018/66172r-eng.php
Consumer Contact	Handi-Craft toll-free at 833-224-7674 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at http://www.drbrownsbaby.com/ and click on Recall Information for more information.
Last Publish Date	2018-03-15T00:00:00
Manufacturer Countries › Country	China

Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately

Safety Steps

1Verify Product Identifiers

Check the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.

2Isolate & Discontinue Use

Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.

3Claim Free Statutory Remedy

Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.

4Report Adverse Incidents

If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).

Your Legal Rights as a Consumer

Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall

FAQ Guide

Q1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Handi-Craft Recalls Dr. Brown's Lovey Pacifier & Teether Holders Due to Choking Hazard?

Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.

Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?

Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.

Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?

In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.

Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?

This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.

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Entreprise responsableYangzhou Rich Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd., of Yang Zhou City, China

Recall Hazard Severity

Caution (Class III)

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