CPSC2009-06-11
Six Reported Deaths Prompt Urgent Re-announcement of Blair Recall of Women’s Chenille Robes
Blair LLC, of Warren, Pa.
Hazard
The robes fail to meet federal flammability requirements and present a risk of serious burns to consumers if they are exposed to an open flame.
Remedy
CPSC and Blair once again urge consumers to stop wearing the garments immediately and contact Blair LLC for information on returning the robe and to receive a refund or a $50 gift card for Blair merchandise.
Sold at
Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.
Affected count
162000
Injuries reported
Since the recall was originally announced in April 2009, Blair has received reports of six deaths due to the robes catching on fire. Five of the six victims were female, and all five were cooking at the time of the incidents. Three of the victims were in their 80s.
Manufactured in
Pakistan
Products
Full Length Women's Chenille Robes
Consumer contact
Contact Blair toll-free at (877) 392-7095 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, visit the firm's Web site at www.blair.com/recall, or contact the firm by e-mail at blairproductrecall@blair.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Six-Reported-Deaths-Prompt-Urgent-Re-announcement-of-Blair-Recall-of-Womens-Chenille-RobesDon't want to check this manually?
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