Recall: Wal-Mart Recalls Minnie Mouse Cardigan Sets Due to Strangulation Hazard
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 25, 2006 Release #07-015 |
Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 925-6278 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 |
Wal-Mart Recalls Minnie Mouse Cardigan Sets Due to Strangulation Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.Name of Product: Minnie Mouse Cardigan Sets
Units: About 14,000
Distributor: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
Hazard: If the cardigan is buttoned, the ribbon woven around the neckline poses a strangulation hazard for children.
Incidents/Injuries: No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Description: The pink cardigan is sold as part of a three-piece set which also includes a light pink turtleneck and denim pants. The cardigan has a pink ribbon woven around the neckline. Minnie Mouse is embroidered on the lower left front of the cardigan. The cardigan was sold in sizes 12M, 18M, 24M, 3T, 4T, and 5T.
Sold exclusively at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from July 2006 through August 2006 for about $15.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled cardigan away from children immediately and return the entire three-piece set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.walmartstores.com
