CPSC recall 16-728, announced February 18, 2016, covers J. Crew Group Girls' Crewcuts puffer coats (about 16,400 units). The buttons on the front of the coat can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The notice cites 4 incident reports. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coats and return them to J. Recall contact: call 800-261-8422, go to www.jcrew.com, or email 24-7@jcrew.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 and PO number are printed on a care label sewn into the inside seam of the coats along with "FA 15" or "HO 15."
Which products are included?
This recall involves Crewcuts brand girls' puffer coats in dark wine (maroon), navy (blue), and sun washed peony (pink) colors. The coats are padded with geometric squares with six buttons down the front of the coat. There is a faux fur trim lining the hood and the coats were sold in girls sizes 2-14. Only coats with style number C9048 and PO numbers: 5055794, 5056319, 50565325, 8053606, 8053098 or 8053603 are included in the recall. The style and PO number are printed on a care label sewn into the inside seam of the coats along with "FA 15" or "HO 15."
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The buttons on the front of the coat can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
J. Crew has received four reports of the buttons detaching. No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coats and return them to J. Crew or Crewcuts stores for a full refund. Online purchasers will receive email notifications with instructions for returning the coats for a full refund including a postage-paid shipping label. J. Crew is contacting known purchasers directly.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- J. Crew Group
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 16-728
- Units
- About 16,400 (in addition, 63 units were sold in Canada)
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- J. Crew and Crewcuts stores nationwide, the J. Crew catalog and online at www.jcrew.com from August 2015 through January 2016 for about $155.
- Importer
- J. Crew Group Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Girls' Crewcuts puffer coats
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
J. Crew toll free at 800-261-8422 anytime, email at 24-7@jcrew.com or online at https://www.jcrew.com and click on the "Girls" tab located at the top of the page, then click on "Important Safety Notice" located on the top right-hand side of the webpage for more information.
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