CPSC recall 01-066, announced January 17, 2001, covers Designer Classics BABY GUESS and GUESS GIRLS jeans and overalls (about 11,000 units). The small decorative metal appliques on the legs of the garments can come loose and separate, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should stop using these garments immediately and call the company for instructions on returning the garment for another garment of the same size. Recall contact: call (888) 626-4939.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
They have the following style numbers on the bottom of the care label: KL11450, KH11448, JL21338, JH21408, and JH31288.
Which products are included?
The denim jeans and overalls were sold in sizes 6 months through 6X. They have the following style numbers on the bottom of the care label: KL11450, KH11448, JL21338, JH21408, and JH31288. "Made in Indonesia" and the size is on the front of the care label. The BABY GUESS or GUESS GIRLS label is above the care label.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The small decorative metal appliques on the legs of the garments can come loose and separate, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
The company has received one report of a child mouthing a metal piece that had separated from the garment.
Official remedy
Consumers should stop using these garments immediately and call the company for instructions on returning the garment for another garment of the same size. Garments should be sent to Designer Classics LLC, Attention: Recall, 22351 Wilmington Ave., Carson, CA 90745. Consumers will be reimbursed for standard postage.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Designer Classics
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 01-066
- Units
- About 11,000
- Manufactured in
- Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- Department and specialty stores nationwide sold the garments, from October 2000 to December 2000, for between $36 and $42.
- Importer
- Designer Classics LLC, of Keasbey, N.J.
BABY GUESS and GUESS GIRLS jeans and overalls
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
Consumers should contact the company toll-free at (888) 626-4939 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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