Girl's Nightshirts Recalled by the William Carter Co.
Recall 00166a · Aug 17, 2000 · The William Carter Co. (Carter's)
1,000
units affected
1,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 00166a
- Date
- Aug 17, 2000
- Company
- The William Carter Co. (Carter's)
- Units affected
- 1,000
- Product
- Girls' nightshirts
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
The recalled nightshirts have long sleeves, and were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medium (6-7 year), large (8-10 year) and, x-large (12-14 year). They are made with 100 percent polyester fabric with a pattern of brown bears wearing pink pajamas and the words "p.j. bear" printed on a white background. Identification code "GPU CF79761" and "Carter's" are printed on a label sewn into the collar.
What can happen
The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily and present a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
The fix
Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Carter's, department and specialty stores sold these pajamas nationwide, from May 2000 through August 2000, for between $10 and $13.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled girls' nightshirts?
Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.
What is the hazard?
The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily and present a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.