QVC Inc. Recalls "Quacker Factory" Robes for Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 07539 · announced March 27, 2007 · Lai Apparel Design · 15,000 units affected
The product
The robes are 100 percent cotton chenille robes sold under the names "Quacker Factory Holiday Cheer Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A4623; "Quacker Factory Novelty Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A4629; and "Quacker Factory Whimsical Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A2202. Each robe has a product care label, which has "Quacker Factory" and "100% cotton" on the front and the QVC item number on the back.
The hazard
The robes fail to meet Federal flammability requirements. Should the robe come in contact with an ignition source, such as a stove burner, candle flame or cigarette lighter, it could catch fire and possibly cause serious burns to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
QVC had directly notified its customers by telephone and mail to stop using the robes. QVC is offering a full refund for the return of these robes.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: QVC network, its Web page, its toll-free number, and in its outlet and employee stores from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $40 and $52.
Consumer contact: For more information, call QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit QVC's Web site at www.qvc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.