CPSC recall 16-139, announced April 7, 2016, covers IKEA Children's LATTJO Bat Cape Costumes (about 11,000 units). The fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the bat cape can fail to detach readily during use, posing a strangulation hazard to children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled bat capes away from children and return the capes to any IKEA store for a full refund. Recall contact: call 888-966-4532, or go to www.ikea-usa.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.
IKEA, LATTJO and numbers 60311650 and 18937 are printed on a white label sewn into the seam of the cape.
Which products are included?
This recall involves IKEA children's bat cape costumes. The capes are black with gray stripes, 100% polyester, measure 30 inches long by 57 inches wide and have a fabric hook and loop fastener closure at the neck. IKEA, LATTJO and numbers 60311650 and 18937 are printed on a white label sewn into the seam of the cape.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the bat cape can fail to detach readily during use, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
IKEA has received three reports outside of the United States of the fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the costume failing to detach readily and scratching children's necks.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled bat capes away from children and return the capes to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- IKEA
- Recall number
- 16-139
- Units
- About 11,000 (in addition, 750 in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.ikea-usa.com from November 2015 through February 2016 for about $13.
- Importer
- IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.
- Distributor
- IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Children's LATTJO Bat Cape Costumes
CPSC product type: Costumes or Masks
Recall contact information
IKEA toll-free at 888-966-4532 anytime or online at www.ikea-usa.com and click on Press Room at the bottom of the page, then Product Recalls for more information.
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