Six Reported Deaths Prompt Urgent Re-announcement of Blair Recall of Women’s Chenille Robes
What was recalled
The Women's Chenille Robes have the following item numbers: 3093111, 3093112, 3093113, 3093114, 3093115, and 3093116. The item number is identified on a label in the garment's neckline. The robe is a one-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille, a shaped stand collar, and horizontal chenille front and back yokes and cuffs. The robe has a full-button front with seven matching button closures, long sleeves with self cuffs, a straight bottom with self hem, and two sideseam pockets. The robe's sewn-in label states: "100% Cotton, RN 81700, Made in Pakistan".
Hazard
The robes fail to meet federal flammability requirements and present a risk of serious burns to consumers if they are exposed to an open flame.
Injuries
Since the recall was originally announced in April 2009, Blair has received reports of six deaths due to the robes catching on fire. Five of the six victims were female, and all five were cooking at the time of the incidents. Three of the victims were in their 80s.
Made in
Pakistan
Where it was sold
- Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.
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