Women's Chenille Robes Recalled by Blair Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 09200 · announced April 24, 2009 · Blair · 162,000 units affected
The product
The recall involves the Full Length Women's Chenille Robe with the following item numbers: 3093111, 3093112, 3093113, 3093114, 3093115, and 3093116. The item number is identified on a label in the garment's neckline. This is a one-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille, a shaped stand collar, and horizontal chenille front and back yokes and cuffs. The robe has a full-button front with seven matching button closures, long sleeves with self cuffs, a straight bottom with self hem, and two sideseam pockets. The robe's sewn-in label states: "100% Cotton, RN 81700, Made in Pakistan". Robes with other item numbers are not included in the recall.
The hazard
Some robes fail to meet federal flammability requirements and present a risk of serious burns to consumers if they are exposed to an open flame.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop wearing the garment immediately. Contact Blair LLC for information on returning the robe and to receive a refund or a $50 gift card for Blair merchandise.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Blair has received three reports of the robes catching on fire, including one report of second-degree burns.
Sold at: Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.
Consumer contact: For more information, call Blair toll-free at (877) 392-7095 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, visit the firm's Web site at www.blair.com/recall, or contact the firm by e-mail at blairproductrecall@blair.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.