CPSC recall 15-711, announced December 9, 2014, covers Nordstrom Open Vest Sweaters by Leith (about 2,030 units). The sweaters fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel, posing a burn injury hazard to consumers. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled sweaters and contact Nordstrom to return them for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 804-0806, go to www.nordstrom.com, or email contact@nordstrom.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Leith brand women's textured open vest sleeveless sweaters. The sweaters are 35 ½ inches long. They were sold in black and cream, and in sizes extra small - XS, small - S, medium - M, large - L and extra large - XL. Care labels sewn into the garments read, "Leith," "Made in China," "83% cotton" and "17% nylon."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sweaters fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel, posing a burn injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled sweaters and contact Nordstrom to return them for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Nordstrom
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 15-711
- Units
- About 2,030
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Nordstrom stores nationwide and online at Nordstrom.com from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $70.
- Importer
- Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Open Vest Sweaters by Leith
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
Nordstrom at (800) 804-0806 anytime, or online at www.nordstrom.com and click on "Recall" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at contact@nordstrom.com.
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