CPSC recall 01-217, announced August 16, 2001, covers Children's cargo pants (about 7,000 units). The toggle on the pockets of the pants can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately remove and discard the two toggles on the leg pockets. Recall contact: call (888) 243-6337, or go to www.toysrus.com.
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.
A label on the rear inside seam reads "Koala Baby" or "Little Legends" and the care label reads in part "Made in Thailand." The pants were sold in both newborn and infant sizes.
Which products are included?
The recalled pants are navy, khaki, or stone, with different color stitching around the pockets. The pants have an elastic waistband and an elastic draw-cord. A label on the rear inside seam reads "Koala Baby" or "Little Legends" and the care label reads in part "Made in Thailand." The pants were sold in both newborn and infant sizes.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The toggle on the pockets of the pants can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Kids "R" Us has received one report of a 9-month old boy, who began to choke on a toggle that he removed from the pants. The toggle was dislodged.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove and discard the two toggles on the leg pockets. The pants then can be worn without the toggle.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kids "R" Us and Babies "R" Us, divisions of Toys "R" Us
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 01-217
- Units
- About 7,000
- Manufactured in
- Thailand
- Sold at / sales period
- Kids "R" Us and Babies "R" Us stores nationwide and some Toys "R" Us stores sold these pants, from June 2001 through July 2001, for about $10.
- Importer
- Kids "R" Us and Babies "R" Us, divisions of Toys "R" Us Inc., of Paramus, N.J.
Children's cargo pants
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For more information on this recall, contact Toys "R" Us at (888) 243-6337 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at www.toysrus.com and select Kids "R" Us or Babies "R" Us for details on product recalls.
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