CPSC recall 02-061, announced December 12, 2001, covers Baby Cool and Kid Cool girls' jackets and vests (about 5,100 units). The zipper pull and metal ring on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately remove the zipper pull and the metal ring from these garments and dispose of them. Recall contact: call (800) 315-2376, or go to www.sears.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 sewn on the inside neck of the garments reads "Baby Cool (c)," "Kid Cool Collections," and "Made in Hong Kong."
Which products are included?
The recalled garments are 100-percent polyester girls' fleece-hooded jackets and sleeveless vests. The garments are pink or violet in color and were sold in both infant sizes 9-24 months and toddler sizes 2T-4T. The garments have a zipper front with a rubber zipper pull attached by a metal ring. Two pockets on the front of the garment have flowers on them. A label sewn on the inside neck of the garments reads "Baby Cool (c)," "Kid Cool Collections," and "Made in Hong Kong."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The zipper pull and metal ring on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
Kid Cool LLC has received one report of a child, who removed the zipper pull, placed it in her mouth and began to choke on the metal ring that attaches the zipper pull to the jacket.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the zipper pull and the metal ring from these garments and dispose of them. Consumers can return the garments to any Sears retail store to receive a replacement garment.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kid Cool
- Manufacturer
- Kid Cool LLC, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 02-061
- Units
- About 5,100
- Manufactured in
- Hong Kong
- Sold at / sales period
- Sears department stores nationwide exclusively sold these garments, from September 2001 through October 2001, for between $16 and $19.
Baby Cool and Kid Cool girls' jackets and vests
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Kid Cool LLC at (800) 315-2376 Ext. 183 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the Sears web site at www.sears.com
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