CPSC recall 10-215, announced April 30, 2010, covers Gap Baby swimsuits (about 6,500 units). The swimsuits have halter straps that were manufactured too short causing the plastic ring located at the neck of the swimsuit to press against the child's throat and obstruct the airway. The notice cites 2 incident reports. Consumers should immediately take the recalled swimsuits away from children and return them to the place of purchase 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.
The style number can be found on the label located on the swimsuit.
Which products are included?
The baby swimsuits were sold in two styles: number 706260 is blue and white and number 700452 is red and white. The style number can be found on the label located on the swimsuit. Both swimsuits were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months and are made of a synthetic knit stretch fabric of polyester and spandex. The straps are made of the same material as the body.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The swimsuits have halter straps that were manufactured too short causing the plastic ring located at the neck of the swimsuit to press against the child's throat and obstruct the airway. This poses a strangulation hazard to the child.
Incidents and injuries
The firm has received two consumer complaints. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled swimsuits away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact Gap to return by mail if purchased online.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Gap
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-215
- Units
- About 6,500 in the U.S. and about 480 in Canada
- Manufactured in
- Indonesia, China
- Sold at / sales period
- The babyGap, GapKids, Gap, Gap Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.gap.com from February 2010 through April 2010 for between $17 and $20.
- Distributor
- Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
Baby swimsuits
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 Saturday between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m., visit the firm's website at www.gap.com or email Gap at custserv@gap.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
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