Boys Reversible Vests Recalled by Bon-Ton Stores Due to Choking Hazard

CPSC recall 09079 · announced December 30, 2008 · The Bon-ton Department Stores · 5,000 units affected

The product

This recall involves the "Ruff Hewn" reversible vests for boys sold in toddler (style # F821235) and 4 through 7 sizes (style # F841235). The vests are brown and reverse to a camouflage print. "Ruff Hewn" is printed on the tag found in the left pocket of the brown side and on the price tag. The style number is printed on the price tag.

The hazard

The zipper tabs on these vests fail to meet the children's torques test standards, posing a choking hazard to children.

What to do (per CPSC)

Consumers should immediately take these vests away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Official CPSC recall notice →

Notes

Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Bon-Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's, Younkers, and Carson Pirie Scott stores nationwide and Parisian in the Detroit area from July 2008 through November 2008 for about $30.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Bon-Ton toll-free at (866)798-2875 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.bonton.com

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.