The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·04166·Announced 2004-06-22

Samara Brothers Recalls Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups Due to Choking Hazard

Samara Brothers Inc. is recalling 30,000 children's swimsuit cover-ups because the zipper-pull can detach, posing 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 is a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, meeting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Samara Brothers Inc. is recalling approximately 30,000 children's swimsuit cover-ups sold under the brand names "Samara" and "Carter's." The recall was initiated because the zipper-pull on the cover-up can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The company has received one report of a zipper-pull coming off, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled cover-ups were sold in various colors for boys and girls, either separately or as part of a swimsuit set. Sizes range from 3 to 24 months, 2T to 4T, and 4X to 6X. The garments feature patches depicting beach and swim-related themes, and the brand name is printed on the garment-care tag. The products were manufactured in China and Egypt.

These cover-ups were sold at department stores and specialty shops nationwide from January 2004 through April 2004 for between $10 and $20. Consumers should stop using these cover-ups and contact Samara Brothers at (732) 287-3939 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email [email protected], for instructions on receiving a free repair or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups
Manufacturer
Samara Brothers Inc., of Edison, N.J.
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
30,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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