Official recall notice
CPSC, Saks Incorporated Announce Recall of Boys' Vests
- Recall date
- 2001-05-31
- Category
- Consumer Product
- Units affected
- 14,500
Why it was recalled
Hazard
The elastic toggle cord on the end of the zipper pulls can loosen and come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Recommended action
What to do
Consumers should stop using the vest immediately and return the vest to any Saks store for a refund.
Product description
The recalled vests are red nylon/blue fleece reversible zippered vests sold in toddler sizes 2T through 4T. They were sold under the URIT and Parisian Kids brands. The zipper pulls have black and white checkered elastic toggles on the ends. There is a front zipper and three pocket zippers. Labels sewn into the front side pocket read in part "Parisian kids" or "URIT" and "MADE IN KOREA SEE REVERSE FOR CARE."
Reported incidents
Saks has received one report of a toggle coming off. No injuries have been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.