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Hobby Lobby Recalls Infant Pacifier Holders Due to Choking Hazard

Official CPSC recall 16-160, dated May 12, 2016.

Last checked against CPSC data on Oct 15, 2026, 7:03 PM ET.

Status: Recall found CPSC

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Hazard (from the official notice)

The fin of the whale and the head of the octopus can detach from the pacifier holder, posing a choking hazard.

Remedy (from the official notice)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pacifier holders and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby store for a full refund or store credit.

Hazard (from the official notice)

The fin of the whale and the head of the octopus can detach from the pacifier holder, posing a choking hazard.

Remedy (from the official notice)

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pacifier holders and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby store for a full refund or store credit.

Description (from the official notice)

This recall involves Little Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder, including the Blue Whale, item number 5202601, and the Pink Octopus, item number 5725213. The pacifier holders are made of a plush fabric, stuffed with fiber, measure approximately 4.5 inches by 2 inches and have a 10-inch ribbon attached to the body. The item number is printed on the top left corner of the product hang tag. "Hobby Lobby 9123069" is printed on the front and back of the sewn-in label.

Remedy options (from the official notice)

Refund

Incidents and injuries (from the official notice)

Hobby Lobby has received one report of the whale fin detaching from the pacifier holder. No injuries have been reported.

Where it was sold (from the official notice)

Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2016 through April 2016 for about $5.

Consumer contact (from the official notice)

Hobby Lobby Stores at 800-326-7931from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.hobbylobby.com and click on the "Recall" tab at the bottom of the page for more information.

Hazard and remedy text is shown word for word from the official notice.

Little Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder – Blue Whale PackagingLittle Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder – Pink OctopusLittle Wishes Summer Plush Pacifier Holder – Pink Octopus Packaging

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Questions About This Recall

What is the hazard in the official notice?

The fin of the whale and the head of the octopus can detach from the pacifier holder, posing a choking hazard.

What does the official notice say to do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pacifier holders and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby store for a full refund or store credit.

Where is the official notice?

The CPSC notice is linked on this page. Compare the brand, model, and date on your label with that notice.

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