CPSC Recall in 2004: CPSC, Meijer Distribution Announce Recall of Children's Jackets

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 04-077

Date: February 04, 2004

Product Name: Kids Falls Creek PU Jacket with Polar Fleece in Hood

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich., is voluntarily recalling about 58,000 Kids Falls Creek PU Jackets with Polar Fleece in Hood. The zipper-pull on the jacket can come off and pose a choking hazard to small children.Name of product: Kids Falls Creek PU Jacket with Polar Fleece in HoodUnits: 58,000Manufacturer: Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.Hazard: The zipper-pull on the jacket can come off and pose a choking hazard to small children.Incidents/Injuries: None reported.Description: The recalled jackets were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Girls' sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 7 and 8 through 19. Boys sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 6X and 7/8 through 16. A label inside the jacket reads, "Authentic Falls Creek."Sold at: Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois from August 2003 through December 2003 for about $30.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using these jackets and contact Meijer Distribution for instructions on returning the jacket for a refund.Consumer Contact: Meijer Distribution toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com.

Hazard Description:

The zipper-pull on the jacket can come off and pose a choking hazard to small children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: 58,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois from August 2003 through December 2003 for about $30.

Manufactured In:

China