CPSC recall 09-209, announced May 5, 2009, covers Ambler Mountain Works Erwin Beanie and Poseidon Beanie Children's Knitted Hats (about 370 units). The eyeballs on the Erwin Beanie and the octopus legs on the Poseidon Beanie can come loose, posing a potential choking hazard. The notice cites 1 incident report. Consumers should immediately stop using the beanies and return them to Ambler Mountain for a free product replacement or cut off the frog's eyes and the octopus legs and permanently dispose of them. Recall contact: call (888) 267-6968, or email returns@amblermw.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?
The Erwin Beanie is primarily green and white yarn knitted to configure a frog with white eyeballs and a red smile. The Poseidon Beanie comes in several colors of yarn and has hand sewn turtles, whales and octopus attached to the beanie. The beanies have the firm's logos "Ambler" or "A" printed on a fabric tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The eyeballs on the Erwin Beanie and the octopus legs on the Poseidon Beanie can come loose, posing a potential choking hazard.
Incidents and injuries
The firm is aware of one incident involving the detachment of the legs of the octopus. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the beanies and return them to Ambler Mountain for a free product replacement or cut off the frog's eyes and the octopus legs and permanently dispose of them.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Ambler Mountain Works
- Manufacturer
- Ambler Mountain Works, of Canmore, Alberta, Canada
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-209
- Units
- About 370
- Manufactured in
- Nepal
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty sports and ski shops nationwide from September 2008 through November 2008 for about $30.
Erwin Beanie and Poseidon Beanie Children's Knitted Hats
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Ambler at (888) 267-6968 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday to Friday or by email Ambler at returns@amblermw.com
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