CPSC recall 05-096, announced February 4, 2005, covers Girls' Cardigan Sweaters with Faux Fur Trim (about 470 units). The furry trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should return the recalled sweaters to any H & M location to receive a refund. Recall contact: call (877) 439-6261, or go to www.hm.com.
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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.
"Dubbster" and RN number "0101255" are printed on the inside neck label of the sweaters.
Which products are included?
The recalled cardigan sweaters are black with a black faux fur trim around the wrists, neck and down the front center of the sweater. The sweaters were sold in girls' sizes 7Y through 14Y and are made of 100 percent acrylic. "Dubbster" and RN number "0101255" are printed on the inside neck label of the sweaters.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The furry trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should return the recalled sweaters to any H & M location to receive a refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dubbster (H & M private label), H & M
- Manufacturer
- Dubbster (H & M private label), H & M, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 05-096
- Units
- About 470
- Manufactured in
- Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- H & M stores in the northeastern United States from November 2004 through December 2004 for about $20.
Girls' Cardigan Sweaters with Faux Fur Trim
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information contact H & M toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.hm.com
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