The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·09206·Announced 2009-04-30

Gap Recalls Children's Coats Due to Detachable Toggle Choking Hazard

Gap is recalling about 23,100 children's coats because the plastic toggles can break off and pose 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, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Gap Inc. is recalling about 19,200 babyGap Children's Coats in the U.S. and 3,900 in Canada. The recall involves three specific coat styles: the Rose Toggle Hoodie, Pink Duffle Coat, and Blue Plaid and Mojave Toggle Coat. These coats were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months and feature light tan plastic toggles that are approximately 1 3/4 inches long.

The recall is being issued because the toggle fasteners on these coats can break and detach, creating a choking hazard for young children. The coats were sold at babyGap, GapKids, and Gap stores nationwide and online at www.gap.com from October 2008 through April 2009 for prices between $20 and $50. No injuries have been reported in connection with this recall.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled coats away from children. To obtain a full refund, consumers can return the coats to any babyGap, GapKids, or Gap store. Those who return the coats before August 31, 2009, will also receive a 20 percent off coupon for a regular-priced item. Consumers who purchased the coats online can contact Gap to arrange a return by mail.

The recalled product

Product
babyGap Children's Coats
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
19,200

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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