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CPSC recall · Reported January 9, 2004

CPSC, Susan Bristol Inc. Announce Recall of Sweaters with Feather Trim

The marabou feather trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.

Recall #
04529
Affected scope
1,100
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Susan Bristol Inc., of Boston, Mass. recalled These are ladies' Christmas sweaters with marabou feather trim that come in two different….

CPSC, Susan Bristol Inc. Announce Recall of Sweaters with Feather Trim was recalled by Susan Bristol Inc., of Boston, Mass. in January 9, 2004. Reason: The marabou feather trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.. Remedy: Consumers should contact Susan Bristol Inc. customer service for information on returning…. Verify recall #04529 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Susan Bristol Inc., of Boston, Mass. issued this CPSC recall-The marabou feather trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable..

None
agency class
1K units
affected scope
January 9, 2004
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04529 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, 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.

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Product description

These are ladies' Christmas sweaters with marabou feather trim that come in two different styles. One is a black pullover with marabou feather trim at the neckline and cuffs. The other style is a black, mohair-lined cardigan with embroidery and marabou trim at the neckline and cuffs. "Susan Bristol LTD" is written on the collar tag located at the center back neck of the garment. The RN #43189 (CA05633) can be found on a tag sewn in the right side seam of the sweaters.

Reason for recall

The marabou feather trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should contact Susan Bristol Inc. customer service for information on returning the sweaters for credit for another product or a replacement of the trim.

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 04529
Date reported January 9, 2004
Date initiated January 9, 2004
Recalling firm Susan Bristol Inc., of Boston, Mass.
Affected scope 1,100
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.

Scale of Impact

1,100 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission filings.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should contact Susan Bristol Inc. customer service for information on returning the sweaters for credit for another pro…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
These are ladies' Christmas sweaters with marabou feather trim that come in two different styles. One is a black pullover with marabou feather trim at the neckline and cuffs. The other style is a black, mohair-lined cardigan with embroidery and marabou trim at the neckline and cuffs. "Susan Bristol LTD" is written on the collar tag located at the center back neck of the garment. The RN #43189 (CA05633) can be found on a tag sewn in the right side seam of the sweaters.. Recalled by Susan Bristol Inc., of Boston, Mass.. Units affected: 1,100.
Why was this product recalled?
The marabou feather trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should contact Susan Bristol Inc. customer service for information on returning the sweaters for credit for another product or a replacement of the trim.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 9, 2004. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 04529.
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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