CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids Announce Recall of Chamois Blankets

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Recall Category: Kids Recalls

Recall Date: 2005-01-24T00:00:00

Product: Chamois Blankets

Company: Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.

Hazard: The decorative stitching on the blanket's edge can come loose, allowing a child to become entangled in the yarn. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children.

Description: This recall involves children's chamois blankets made of 100% polyester. The blankets were sold in yellow, pink, blue and green, and the reverse side of all the blankets are white. Decorative yarn in a coordinating color is stitched around the blanket's edge. The blanket measures 30 inches wide by 40 inches long and are labeled for stroller use. A label on the blanket reads "pottery barn kids" and "Made in Korea."

Remedy: Consumers can remove the decorative stitching or contact Pottery Barn Kids for information on how to receive a replacement or refund.

Incidents / Injuries: Pottery Barn Kids has received four reports of incidents involving the decorative stitching coming loose. No injuries have been reported.

Recall Number: 05091

Product Type: Strollers / Seats / Carriers

Hazard Type: Suffocation / Strangulation / Entrapment

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