CPSC recall · Reported August 17, 2000
Girl's Nightshirts Recalled by the William Carter Co.
The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily and present a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federa…
The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga. recalled The recalled nightshirts have long sleeves, and were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medi….
Girl's Nightshirts Recalled by the William Carter Co. was recalled by The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga. in August 17, 2000. Reason: The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily …. Remedy: Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions…. Verify recall #00166a with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily ….
- None
- agency class
- August 17, 2000
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #00166a with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recalled nightshirts have long sleeves, and were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medium (6-7 year), large (8-10 year) and, x-large (12-14 year). They are made with 100 percent polyester fabric with a pattern of brown bears wearing pink pajamas and the words "p.j. bear" printed on a white background. Identification code "GPU CF79761" and "Carter's" are printed on a label sewn into the collar.
Reason for recall
The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily and present a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
Remedy, what to do
Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 00166a |
| Date reported | August 17, 2000 |
| Date initiated | August 17, 2000 |
| Recalling firm | The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga. |
| Affected scope | About 1,000 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refu…
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- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
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