CPSC, Meijer Distribution Announce Recall of Children's Snow Suits, Jackets
What was recalled
The children's snow suits and jackets were sold in children's sizes 2T through 5T and 12M through 24M under the brand name, "Falls-Creek®." The two-piece snow suits included a jacket and overalls. Both clothing items have a small compass attached to the front of the jackets and were manufactured in a variety of colors. The care label bears RN# 48711.
Hazard
These snow suits and jackets have decorative compasses and corded zipper pull tags that can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Injuries
The firm received one report of a young child, who removed the decorative compass from a jacket, and placed a plastic piece in her mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
China, Philippines
Where it was sold
- Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois from August 2004 to October 2004. The snow suits sold for between $15 and $43.
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