CPSC recall 09-241, announced June 11, 2009, covers Blair Full Length Women's Chenille Robes (162000 units). The robes fail to meet federal flammability requirements and present a risk of serious burns to consumers if they are exposed to an open flame. The notice cites 6 incident reports and 6 deaths. CPSC and Blair once again urge consumers to stop wearing the garments immediately and contact Blair LLC for information on returning the robe and to receive a refund or a $50 gift card for Blair merchandise. Recall contact: call (877) 392-7095, go to www.blair.com/recall, or email blairproductrecall@blair.com.
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Which products are included?
The Women's Chenille Robes have the following item numbers: 3093111, 3093112, 3093113, 3093114, 3093115, and 3093116. The item number is identified on a label in the garment's neckline. The robe is a one-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille, a shaped stand collar, and horizontal chenille front and back yokes and cuffs. The robe has a full-button front with seven matching button closures, long sleeves with self cuffs, a straight bottom with self hem, and two sideseam pockets. The robe's sewn-in label states: "100% Cotton, RN 81700, Made in Pakistan".
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The robes fail to meet federal flammability requirements and present a risk of serious burns to consumers if they are exposed to an open flame.
Incidents and injuries
Since the recall was originally announced in April 2009, Blair has received reports of six deaths due to the robes catching on fire. Five of the six victims were female, and all five were cooking at the time of the incidents. Three of the victims were in their 80s.
Official remedy
CPSC and Blair once again urge consumers to stop wearing the garments immediately and contact Blair LLC for information on returning the robe and to receive a refund or a $50 gift card for Blair merchandise.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Blair
- Product type
- Sleepwear & pajamas, Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-241
- Units
- 162000
- Manufactured in
- Pakistan
- Sold at / sales period
- Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.
- Distributor
- Blair LLC, of Warren, Pa.
Full Length Women's Chenille Robes
CPSC product type: Clothing (Adults)
Recall contact information
Contact Blair toll-free at (877) 392-7095 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, visit the firm's Web site at www.blair.com/recall, or contact the firm by e-mail at blairproductrecall@blair.com
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