The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·00166a·Announced 2000-08-17

Carter's Recalls Girls' Nightshirts for Flammability Safety Violations

Carter's is recalling about 1,000 girls' nightshirts that fail federal flammability standards, posing a burn risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (flammability) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

The William Carter Co. (Carter's) is recalling approximately 1,000 girls' nightshirts that fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards. These garments could ignite easily, presenting a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.

The recalled nightshirts feature long sleeves and are made of 100 percent polyester fabric with a pattern of brown bears wearing pink pajamas and the words "p.j. bear" printed on a white background. They were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medium (6-7 year), large (8-10 year), and x-large (12-14 year). A label sewn into the collar displays the identification code "GPU CF79761" and the brand name "Carter's".

Carter's, department, and specialty stores sold these nightshirts nationwide from May 2000 through August 2000 for between $10 and $13. No injuries have been reported. Consumers should take these nightshirts away from children immediately and call Carter's toll-free at (888) 339-2129 for instructions on returning the items for a refund and a $15 gift certificate.

The recalled product

Product
Girls' nightshirts
Manufacturer
The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
1,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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