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CPSC, J.C. Penney Corp. Announce Recall of Infant and Toddler Sweaters
Recalled March 4, 2005 · CPSC recall 05128 · J.C. Penney
Hazard
The zipper-pull mechanism can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Units
57,000 (42,000 toddler-size and 15,000 infant size)
Incidents / injuries
J.C. Penney has received one report of a toddler removing the zipper-pull mechanism and placing it in his mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled sweaters were sold in toddler sizes (2T to 5T) and infant sizes (12M to 24M) in colors red barn and navy. The sweaters have an Arizona Jean Company tag sewn in the neckline and include "RN Number 93677" and "Made in Israel."
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
Contact
Contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.jcpenney.com
Product
Arizona® Boys' Zip-Up Cardigan Sweater
Manufacturer(s)
J.C. Penney Corp., of Plano, Texas
Retailers
J.C. Penney stores nationwide, from September 2004 through January 2005, for $15 (infant) and $17 (toddler).
Made in
Israel
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →