CPSC recall 09-206, announced April 30, 2009, covers Gap babyGap Children's Coats (about 19,200 units). The coats have toggle fasteners that could break and detach from the coat, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled coats away from children and return them to any babyGap, GapKids, or Gap store for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 747-3704, go to www.gap.com, or email custserv@gap.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.
Which products are included?
This recall involves three different children's coat styles with toggles including Rose Toggle Hoodie (style 600298), Pink Duffle Coat (style 600344), and Blue Plaid and Mojave Toggle Coat (style 600942). The coats were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months and are made of cotton, polyester, or polyester/acrylic. The toggles are light tan plastic and about 1 3/4 inches long.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The coats have toggle fasteners that could break and detach from the coat, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled coats away from children and return them to any babyGap, GapKids, or Gap store for a full refund. Consumers who return the coats before August 31, 2009 will also receive a 20 percent off coupon for a regular priced item. Contact Gap to return by mail if purchased online.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Gap
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-206
- Units
- About 19,200 in the U.S. and 3,900 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- China, Indonesia
- Sold at / sales period
- babyGap, GapKids and Gap Stores nationwide and at www.gap.com from October 2008 through April 2009 for between $20 and $50.
- Distributor
- Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
babyGap Children's Coats
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Gap toll-free at (888) 747-3704 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and on Saturdays between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. ET, visit www.gap.com, or email the firm at custserv@gap.com
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