The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·07539·Announced 2007-03-27

QVC Recalls Quacker Factory Chenille Robes for Burn Hazard

QVC is recalling about 15,000 Quacker Factory chenille robes because they fail federal flammability requirements and could catch fire near ignition sources.

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 (burn hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which corresponds to a High severity score of 3 according to the rubric.

Plain-English summary

QVC Inc. is recalling approximately 15,000 Quacker Factory Chenille Robes sold between August 2006 and December 2006. The recalled items include the "Quacker Factory Holiday Cheer Chenille Robe" (item A4623), "Quacker Factory Novelty Chenille Robe" (item A4629), and "Quacker Factory Whimsical Chenille Robe" (item A2202). These 100 percent cotton robes were sold via the QVC network, its website, toll-free number, and in outlet and employee stores for between $40 and $52.

The robes fail to meet Federal flammability requirements. If a robe comes into contact with an ignition source, such as a stove burner, candle flame, or cigarette lighter, it could catch fire and possibly cause serious burns to consumers. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers should stop using the robes immediately. QVC has directly notified customers by telephone and mail. Customers can obtain a full refund by returning the robes to QVC. For more information, call QVC at (800) 367-9444 or visit www.qvc.com.

The recalled product

Product
Quacker Factory Chenille Robes
Category
Consumer Product — Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
15,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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