CPSCFebruary 5, 2004

CPSC, Meijer Distribution Announce Recall of Children's

CPSC, Meijer Distribution Announce Recall of Children's Jackets

Why was CPSC, Meijer Distribution Announce Recall of Children's recalled?

The zipper pull on the jacket can come off and pose a choking hazard to small children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these jackets and contact Meijer Distribution for instructions on returning the jacket for a refund. Contact: Meijer Distribution toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.meijer.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Kids Falls Creek PU Jackets with Polar Fleece in Hood
Company
Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Quantity
58,000
Sold at
Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois, from August 2003 through December 2003, for about $30.
Recall date
February 5, 2004
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled jackets were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Girls' sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 7 and 8 through 19. Boys' sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 6X and 7/8 through 16. A label inside the jacket reads, "Authentic Falls Creek."

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