CPSC, Carter's® Announce Recall to Repair Infant Jumpsuits

A ribbon that runs through the zipper pull tab can detach, resulting in a potential choking hazard.

Recall #: 01075
Affected scope: About 600,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The William Carter Co. (Carter's®), of Morrow, Ga. recalled The recalled infant jumpsuits have a 6-inch long satin ribbon tied through the zipper pul….

CPSC, Carter's® Announce Recall to Repair Infant Jumpsuits was recalled by The William Carter Co. (Carter's®), of Morrow, Ga. in January 29, 2001. Reason: A ribbon that runs through the zipper pull tab can detach, resulting in a potential choking hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove and discard the ribbon. The garment then can be worn …. Verify recall #01075 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

The William Carter Co. (Carter's®), of Morrow, Ga. issued this CPSC recall-A ribbon that runs through the zipper pull tab can detach, resulting in a potential choking hazard..

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agency class: January 29, 2001
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #01075 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

The recalled infant jumpsuits have a 6-inch long satin ribbon tied through the zipper pull tab. The ribbons are solid in color or have "Carter's" printed on them. Recalled models are either 100 percent cotton interlock jumpsuits with a teddy bear, bunny or puppy embroidery design on the front; or cotton/polyester blend velour jumpsuits with a teddy bear or bunny embroidery design on the front. The jumpsuits were sold in sizes Small (0-3 months), Medium (3-6 months), and Large (6-9 months).

Reason for recall

A ribbon that runs through the zipper pull tab can detach, resulting in a potential choking hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately remove and discard the ribbon. The garment then can be worn without the ribbon.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	01075
Date reported	January 29, 2001
Date initiated	January 29, 2001
Recalling firm	The William Carter Co. (Carter's®), of Morrow, Ga.
Affected scope	About 600,000
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

Consumers should immediately remove and discard the ribbon. The garment then can be worn without the ribbon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

A ribbon that runs through the zipper pull tab can detach, resulting in a potential choking hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately remove and discard the ribbon. The garment then can be worn without the ribbon.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 29, 2001. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 01075.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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