Recalls / 2000-11-06
CPSC, Five-Y Clothing Announce Recall of Fleece Sweatshirts Sold at Kmart
01024 · Recalled 2000-11-06 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled ladies sweatshirts are made of a fleece fabric that closely resembles that of an inside-outside sweatshirt. They are long- sleeved, pullover-style, gray, and 90 percent cotton and 10 percent polyester. A label sewn into the neck of the sweatshirts reads in part, "Route 66 Original Clothing," "MADE IN EL SALVADOR," and "R.N. 94401."
Hazards
These garments, which fail to meet the federal mandatory standards for fabric flammability, could ignite easily and present a serious risk of burn injuries.
Reported injuries
CPSC, and Five-Y Clothing are not aware of any injuries involving these sweatshirts. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the sweatshirts and contact Five-Y Clothing, to receive a refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Route 66 fleece sweatshirts | About 42,000 |
Parties
- Importer
- Five-Y Clothing Inc., of Miami, Fla.
- Made in
- El Salvador
- Sold at
- Kmart exclusively sold the ladies sweatshirts, from June 1999 through March 2000, for about $9.
Consumer contact
Consumers may contact Five-Y Clothing at (888) 343-4838 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: CPSC recall 01024. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.