CPSC, H&M Announce Recall of Baby Denim and Knit Jackets

The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Recall #: 05231
Affected scope: About 750

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

H&m , of New York, N.y. recalled These jackets are light blue denim with two breast pockets, a gray knit hood and gray kni….

CPSC, H&M Announce Recall of Baby Denim and Knit Jackets was recalled by H&m , of New York, N.y. in July 26, 2005. Reason: The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children.. Remedy: Take these jackets away from young children immediately, and return the jacket to any H&M…. Verify recall #05231 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

H&m , of New York, N.y. issued this CPSC recall-The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children..

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agency class: July 26, 2005
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #05231 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

These jackets are light blue denim with two breast pockets, a gray knit hood and gray knit sleeves. The buttons have "BABY" written on the front. A red and white "A" patch is sewn on the front, a blue "3" decal is on one sleeve and a red football is on the other sleeve. The recall included jackets sold in sizes 2 months through 18 months. Style number "432740" is written on the laundry care tag inside the jacket. "H&M" is written on the collar label.

Reason for recall

The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy, what to do

Take these jackets away from young children immediately, and return the jacket to any H&M store for a full refund.

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	05231
Date reported	July 26, 2005
Date initiated	July 26, 2005
Recalling firm	H&m , of New York, N.y.
Affected scope	About 750
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

Take these jackets away from young children immediately, and return the jacket to any H&M store for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children.

What should consumers do? ▼

Take these jackets away from young children immediately, and return the jacket to any H&M store for a full refund.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 26, 2005. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 05231.

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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