Recalls / 2001-04-19
CPSC, Disney Store Announce Recall of Children's Costumes
01129 · Recalled 2001-04-19 · CPSC page
Description
The Princess Ariel costume has a green skirt with two layers of netting on top and a sequined purple metallic bodice with a picture of Ariel. The costumes were sold in youth sizes 2-4, 4-6X and 8-10. The neckline labels read "The Disney Store." The recall does not include Princess Ariel costumes sold before July 2000. The earlier Ariel costume was a mermaid fin-like costume with a knee-length, sequined skirt.
Hazards
Fabric used in these costumes can ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
Reported injuries
CPSC and Disney are aware of two reports of costumes igniting, resulting in one burn injury to a 4-year-old girl.
Remedy
Consumers should stop wearing these costumes immediately, and return them to any Disney Store or to the Disney Store catalog for a refund and a $10 gift certificate.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Princess Ariel (The Little Mermaid) costumes | About 54,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- The Disney Store, of Glendale, Calif.
- Sold at
- The Disney Store sold the costumes for Halloween, DisneyStore.com sold the costumes
Consumer contact
For more information, call Disney at (800) 328-5902 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the company at disneystore.costume@disneyonline.com
Source: CPSC recall 01129. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.