Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported December 20, 2002
CPSC, Wear Me Apparel Corp. Announce Recall of Infant Girls' Garments
The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Young children could ingest lead from the zipper-pull, presenting a lead p…
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The CPSC recalled The recalled garments were sold under the "Joe Boxer" brand name in sizes 12-months throu… - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, Wear Me Apparel Corp. Announce Recall of Infant Girls' Garments was recalled and listed by the CPSC in December 20, 2002. Reason: The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Youn…. Remedy: Consumers should return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund.. Verify recall #03055 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Youn….
- Moderate
- severity level
- December 20, 2002
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03055 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #03055) was formally reported on December 20, 2002. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. The recalling firm is not specified in the federal record. Federal records list the affected scope as About 3,000.
The documented reason for this recall is: The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Young children could ingest lead from the zipper-pull, presenting a lead poisoning hazard. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Consumers should return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 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.
Children & Baby Products recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 3,731 children & baby products recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
About 3,000
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The recalled garments were sold under the "Joe Boxer" brand name in sizes 12-months through 18-months and size 24-months. The garments were sold as sets that include a light tan sweat jacket with the word "Smile" embroidered on the front and a painted "smiley face" yellow zipper-pull and red sweat pants. Only style numbers 40801002 and 40801003 are included in the recall and can be found on the reverse side of the care label. Writing on the collar label includes "MADE IN/HECHO EN CHINA."
Reason for recall
The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Young children could ingest lead from the zipper-pull, presenting a lead poisoning hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03055 |
| Date reported | December 20, 2002 |
| Date initiated | December 20, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 3,000 |
| 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 return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund.
- Check the recall number (03055) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled garments were sold under the "Joe Boxer" brand name in sizes 12-months through 18-months and size 24-months. The garments were sold as sets that include a light tan sweat jacket with the word "Smile" embroidered on the front and a painted "smiley face" yellow zipper-pull and red sweat pants. Only style numbers 40801002 and 40801003 are included in the recall and can be found on the reverse side of the care label. Writing on the collar label includes "MADE IN/HECHO EN CHINA.". Units affected: About 3,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The paint on the "smiley face" zipper-pull attached to the sweat jacket of these garments contains lead. Young children could ingest lead from the zipper-pull, presenting a lead poisoning hazard.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should return the clothing sets to any Kmart store to receive a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 20, 2002. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 03055.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (03055) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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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