CPSC Recall in 2017: Women’s Sweaters Recalled by FatFace Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 17-141

Date: April 26, 2017

Product Name: Women’s overhead and zip-up sweaters

Recall Description:

This recall involves two styles of FatFace women’s sweaters: overhead Cowes (style number 918043) and zip-up (style number 918041). The style numbers are printed on a care label on the inside seam of the sweaters. The Overhead Cowes sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester sold in ivory. This sweater has a 3.5 inch cowl or funnel neckline that can be tightened or loosened by the drawstring located at the center front of the neckline. These sweaters also have a kangaroo-style pocket located at the bottom front of the sweater.     The zip-up sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester with a Yarmouth textured zip-up sweater. It sold in ivory, ocean surf (green) and lilac ice (lavender) colors. The sweater has a hood that can be tightened and loosened with a drawstring. The sweater has a silver metal zipper extending from the neckline to the bottom of the sweaters with two pockets on each side of the zipper.

Hazard Description:

The recalled women’s sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 400

Incidents:

The firm has received one report of a burn injury.

Sold At:

FatFace stores in Maine, Massachusetts and Rhode Island and online at www.fatface.com from September 2016 through January 2017 for about $60. 

Manufactured In:

China