CPSC recall · Reported December 23, 2002
CPSC, Kohl's Department Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Fleece Pant Sets
Small pieces of fabric at the end of the sleeves, along the hem and on the pockets of the tops can be torn off easily, posing a choking hazard.
Kohl's Department Stores Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. recalled The recall includes the First Moments- or Second Step-brand two-piece pants set. The bran….
CPSC, Kohl's Department Stores Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Fleece Pant Sets was recalled by Kohl's Department Stores Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. in December 23, 2002. Reason: Small pieces of fabric at the end of the sleeves, along the hem and on the pockets of the tops can be torn of…. Remedy: Consumers should stop using the set immediately and return it to the store where purchase…. Verify recall #03058 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
Kohl's Department Stores Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. issued this CPSC recall-Small pieces of fabric at the end of the sleeves, along the hem and on the pockets of the tops can be torn of….
- None
- agency class
- December 23, 2002
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #03058 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 recall includes the First Moments- or Second Step-brand two-piece pants set. The brand name is written on a label inside the tops of the set. The set's pink fleece top has two patch pockets and the cotton pants have a pink floral print. The set came in sizes 3 months to 24 months. The set has a cut-out floral pattern in the fabric at the end of the sleeves, along the hem of the top and along the top of each pocket. The part of the fabric subject to the cutting has been weakened and tears easily from the rest of the garment.
Reason for recall
Small pieces of fabric at the end of the sleeves, along the hem and on the pockets of the tops can be torn off easily, posing a choking hazard.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should stop using the set immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 03058 |
| Date reported | December 23, 2002 |
| Date initiated | December 23, 2002 |
| Recalling firm | Kohl's Department Stores Inc., of Menomonee Falls, Wis. |
| Affected scope | About 9,600 |
| 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 stop using the set immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
- Check the recall number (03058) 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
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