The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·05250·Announced 2005-08-23

ZoloWear Recalls Infant Carriers and Slings Due to Stitching Failure

ZoloWear is recalling about 165 infant carriers and slings because stitching may break, posing a fall 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 risk-of-harm product (infant carrier) where a fall hazard is identified, but the source explicitly states that no falls or injuries have been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

ZoloWear Inc. is recalling approximately 165 infant carriers and slings sold between May and August 2005. The recall was initiated because the stitching that attaches the webbing to the carrier or sling can break, which poses a fall hazard to young children. The affected products are made of 100-percent cotton or a cotton/Lycra blend and feature specific prints or solid natural colors. A large white label sewn on the pocket reads "Zolo."

The company received one report of webbing coming apart from a sling, but the baby was not in the sling at the time. ZoloWear has not received any reports of falls or injuries. The slings were sold for between $70 and $90 through the ZoloWear.com website, individual distributors, and five children's boutiques in California, Hawaii, and Texas.

Consumers should stop using these carriers and slings immediately. They should contact ZoloWear for instructions on having the products repaired. For more information, consumers can call ZoloWear at (888) 285-0044 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email [email protected], or visit www.zolowear.com/recall.

The recalled product

Product
ZoloWear Infant Carriers/Slings
Manufacturer
ZoloWear Inc., of Austin, Texas
Category
Consumer Product — Infant Carriers
Hazard
Affected units
165

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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