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CPSC, Kid Cool LLC Announce Recall of Girls' Infant/Toddler Garments Sold Exclusively at Sears

Reported: December 12, 2001 Initiated: December 12, 2001 #02061

Product Description

The recalled garments are 100-percent polyester girls' fleece-hooded jackets and sleeveless vests. The garments are pink or violet in color and were sold in both infant sizes 9-24 months and toddler sizes 2T-4T. The garments have a zipper front with a rubber zipper pull attached by a metal ring. Two pockets on the front of the garment have flowers on them. A label sewn on the inside neck of the garments reads "Baby Cool (c)," "Kid Cool Collections," and "Made in Hong Kong."

Reason for Recall

The zipper pull and metal ring on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the zipper pull and the metal ring from these garments and dispose of them. Consumers can return the garments to any Sears retail store to receive a replacement garment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled garments are 100-percent polyester girls' fleece-hooded jackets and sleeveless vests. The garments are pink or violet in color and were sold in both infant sizes 9-24 months and toddler sizes 2T-4T. The garments have a zipper front with a rubber zipper pull attached by a metal ring. Two pockets on the front of the garment have flowers on them. A label sewn on the inside neck of the garments reads "Baby Cool (c)," "Kid Cool Collections," and "Made in Hong Kong.". Recalled by Kid Cool LLC, of New York, N.Y.. Units affected: About 5,100.
Why was this product recalled?
The zipper pull and metal ring on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the zipper pull and the metal ring from these garments and dispose of them. Consumers can return the garments to any Sears retail store to receive a replacement garment.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 12, 2001. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 02061.