CPSC2010-04-30
Gap Recalls Baby Swimsuits Due to Strangulation Hazard
Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
Hazard
The swimsuits have halter straps that were manufactured too short causing the plastic ring located at the neck of the swimsuit to press against the child's throat and obstruct the airway. This poses a strangulation hazard to the child.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled swimsuits away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact Gap to return by mail if purchased online.
Sold at
The babyGap, GapKids, Gap, Gap Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.gap.com from February 2010 through April 2010 for between $17 and $20.
Affected count
About 6,500 in the U.S. and about 480 in Canada
Injuries reported
The firm has received two consumer complaints. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Indonesia, China
Products
Baby swimsuits
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gap toll-free at (888) 747-3704 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m., visit the firm's website at www.gap.com or email Gap at custserv@gap.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Gap-Recalls-Baby-Swimsuits-Due-to-Strangulation-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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