The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·01173·Announced 2001-06-13

Gymboree Recalls Baby Boy Bodysuits Due to Choking Hazard

Gymboree is recalling about 5,500 baby boy bodysuits because the zipper pull can twist off and become a choking hazard to young children.

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 choking hazard for young children, which fits the rubric criterion for 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.'

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Gymboree are recalling about 5,500 baby boy bodysuits. The recalled items are short-sleeved, one-piece outfits for toddlers sizes 0-3T, available in green and red. They feature a wheel-shaped zipper pull and a patch on the left arm that says "1st Place Soap Box Derby." A white care label inside reads "Made in Thailand" and "2000 Gymboree."

The recall is being conducted because the wheel-shaped zipper pull can twist off and become a choking hazard to young children. CPSC and Gymboree have not received any reports of injuries; the recall is a precautionary measure to prevent the possibility of injury.

These bodysuits were sold at Gymboree stores nationwide and on the company's website from March 2001 through May 2001 for about $17. Consumers should stop using these outfits and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund. For more information, call Gymboree toll-free at (800) 222-7758 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.gymboree.com.

The recalled product

Product
Baby Boy Bodysuits
Manufacturer
The Gymboree Corp. (Gymboree®), of Burlingame, Calif.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
5,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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