Recall: Nordstrom Recalls Open Vest Sweaters Due to Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Recall Alert)

Description: This recall involves Leith brand women's textured open vest sleeveless sweaters. The sweaters are 35 ½ inches long. They were sold in black and cream, and in sizes extra small - XS, small - S, medium - M, large - L and extra large - XL. Care labels sewn into the garments read, "Leith," "Made in China," "83% cotton" and "17% nylon."

Name of product: Open Vest Sweaters by Leith

Units: About 2,030

Hazard: The sweaters fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel, posing a burn injury hazard to consumers.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled sweaters and contact Nordstrom to return them for a full refund.

Recall date: December 09, 2014

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Sold At: Nordstrom stores nationwide and online at Nordstrom.com from August 2014 through September 2014 for about $70.

Importers: Nordstrom Inc., of Seattle, Wash.

Manufactured in: China

Consumer contact: Nordstrom at (800) 804-0806 anytime, or online at www.nordstrom.com and click on "Recall" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at contact@nordstrom.com.

Recall number: 15-711