CPSC, L.L. Bean Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Overalls
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2000-01-11). Hazards: choking. About 7,700 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 00051 |
| Published | 2000-01-11 |
| Last updated | 2000-01-11 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | L.L. Bean children's overalls |
| Firm named in the title | L.L. Bean Inc. |
| Firms | L.L. Bean Inc., of Freeport, Maine (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 7,700 |
| Hazard classes | choking |
| Remedy classes | refund, stop use |
| Sold | L.L. Bean sold these overalls nationwide in their catalogs and on their web site, and in L.L. Bean stores in Maine, New Hampshire, Delaware and Oregon, from January through December 1999, for $20 to $26. |
Description
There are two styles of overalls included in this recall. The traditional blue denim overalls have a full snap crotch, a pocket on the bib, two front pockets and two back pockets. The sewn-in label reads "0DB48," the size, "made in China," and "100% Cotton." They were sold in sizes 6 months through 4T. The other style of overalls, the lined woodland overalls, are made of cotton twill lined with red check flannel. They have a full snap crotch, a front zipper, a small pocket on the left front, two pockets in the rear, and an applique of a bear and pine tree. They come in red, navy and green. The sewn-in label reads "0HS39," the size, "Made in China," and "100% Cotton." They were sold in sizes 6 months through 3T.
Hazard
Snaps on these overalls can detach from the garments, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using these overalls, and return them to L.L. Bean for a refund.
Incidents and injuries
L.L. Bean has received six reports from consumers of these snaps detaching from the overalls. No injuries have been reported.
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