H & M Recalls Boys' Jackets Due to Choking, Poisoning Hazards
CPSC recall 07121 · announced March 8, 2007 · H & M · 2,700 units affected
The product
The recalled product is a boys' cotton canvas jacket made exclusively for children in sizes 18M to size 6Y. It has style number 93196 written on the inside care label. There is an attached removable compass on the side. The compasses are copper or turquoise colored, about 2.75-inches long, and have a clip to attach to the jacket.
The hazard
The attached compass on these jackets can break, posing a choking hazard for young children. Additionally, the liquid mineral oil inside the compass can be harmful if swallowed.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the compass from the jacket and throw it away, or mail the compass to H & M to receive a store discount coupon.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm received one report of a child outside of the U.S. who began to choke on a broken piece of the attached compass. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: H & M stores nationwide from February 2006 through October 2006 for $30.
Consumer contact: For more information, contact H & M Stores toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.hm.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.