The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04077·Announced 2004-02-05

Meijer Recalls Kids Falls Creek PU Jackets Due to Choking Hazard

Meijer Distribution is recalling approximately 58,000 Kids Falls Creek PU Jackets because the zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to small 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 small children, which is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Meijer Distribution Inc. is recalling approximately 58,000 Kids Falls Creek PU Jackets with Polar Fleece in Hood. The recall was initiated because the zipper pull on the jackets can come off, which poses a choking hazard to small children. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.

The recalled jackets were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Girls' sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 7, and 8 through 19. Boys' sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 6X, and 7/8 through 16. A label inside the jacket reads "Authentic Falls Creek." The jackets were manufactured in China.

The products were sold at Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois from August 2003 through December 2003 for about $30. Consumers should stop using these jackets and contact Meijer Distribution for instructions on returning the jacket for a refund. Meijer Distribution can be reached toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or via the firm's website at www.meijer.com.

The recalled product

Product
Kids Falls Creek PU Jackets with Polar Fleece in Hood
Manufacturer
Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
58,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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