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CPSC recall · Reported April 7, 2005

CPSC, Solar Inc. Announce Recall of Flashing Toy Pacifiers

The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #
05151
Affected scope
About 24,000
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Solar Inc. of Tappan, N.y. recalled The recalled pacifier necklace consists of a 28-inch multicolored cord with a 3-inch plas… - a moderate-severity action.

CPSC, Solar Inc. Announce Recall of Flashing Toy Pacifiers was recalled by Solar Inc. of Tappan, N.y. in April 7, 2005. Reason: The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Consumers should discard the pacifiers or return them to the place where purchased to obt…. Verify recall #05151 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Solar Inc. of Tappan, N.y. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children..

Moderate
severity level
April 7, 2005
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05151 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #05151) was formally reported on April 7, 2005. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Solar Inc. of Tappan, N.y. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 24,000.

The documented reason for this recall is: The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should discard the pacifiers or return them to the place where purchased to obtain a refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 24,000

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled pacifier necklace consists of a 28-inch multicolored cord with a 3-inch plastic pacifier that comes in assorted colors. A hole at the tip of the nipple is used as a blow hole for the whistle. The pacifier handle operates as the on-off button for the flashing light on both pacifiers. "Flashing Pacifier" or "2-in-1 Flashing Pacifier with Whistle Necklace" is printed on the packaging of the pacifiers.

Reason for recall

The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should discard the pacifiers or return them to the place where purchased to obtain a refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 05151
Date reported April 7, 2005
Date initiated April 7, 2005
Recalling firm Solar Inc. of Tappan, N.y.
Affected scope About 24,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should discard the pacifiers or return them to the place where purchased to obtain a refund.

  • Check the recall number (05151) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled pacifier necklace consists of a 28-inch multicolored cord with a 3-inch plastic pacifier that comes in assorted colors. A hole at the tip of the nipple is used as a blow hole for the whistle. The pacifier handle operates as the on-off button for the flashing light on both pacifiers. "Flashing Pacifier" or "2-in-1 Flashing Pacifier with Whistle Necklace" is printed on the packaging of the pacifiers.. Recalled by Solar Inc. of Tappan, N.y.. Units affected: About 24,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should discard the pacifiers or return them to the place where purchased to obtain a refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 7, 2005. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 05151.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (05151) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported April 7, 2005. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.