CPSC recall 05-058, announced November 26, 2004, covers Meijer Distribution Children's Snow Suits and Jackets (about 175,000 units). These snow suits and jackets have decorative compasses and corded zipper pull tags that can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers can cut off the compasses and corded zipper pull tags from the zipper pulls, or return the recalled snow suits and jackets to Meijer retailers for a refund. Recall contact: call (866) 280-8419, or go to www.meijer.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.
The care label bears RN# 48711.
Which products are included?
The children's snow suits and jackets were sold in children's sizes 2T through 5T and 12M through 24M under the brand name, "Falls-Creek®." The two-piece snow suits included a jacket and overalls. Both clothing items have a small compass attached to the front of the jackets and were manufactured in a variety of colors. The care label bears RN# 48711.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
These snow suits and jackets have decorative compasses and corded zipper pull tags that can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
The firm received one report of a young child, who removed the decorative compass from a jacket, and placed a plastic piece in her mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers can cut off the compasses and corded zipper pull tags from the zipper pulls, or return the recalled snow suits and jackets to Meijer retailers for a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Meijer Distribution
- Manufacturer
- Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 05-058
- Units
- About 175,000
- Manufactured in
- China, Philippines
- Sold at / sales period
- Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois from August 2004 to October 2004. The snow suits sold for between $15 and $43.
Children's Snow Suits and Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
Call Meijer toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime of visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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