The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·10215·Announced 2010-04-30

Gap Recalls Baby Swimsuits Due to Strangulation Hazard

Gap is recalling about 6,500 baby swimsuits in the U.S. and 480 in Canada because the halter straps are too short, posing a strangulation hazard.

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 (strangulation hazard) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Gap Inc. is recalling baby swimsuits sold in the U.S. and Canada due to a strangulation hazard. The recalled swimsuits have halter straps that were manufactured too short, causing the plastic ring at the neck to press against the child's throat and obstruct the airway. The firm has received two consumer complaints, but no injuries have been reported.

The recalled products are sold in two styles: number 706260 (blue and white) and number 700452 (red and white). The style number is located on the label. Both styles were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months and are made of a synthetic knit stretch fabric of polyester and spandex. The swimsuits were sold at babyGap, GapKids, Gap, and Gap Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.gap.com from February 2010 through April 2010 for between $17 and $20.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled swimsuits away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. If purchased online, consumers can contact Gap to return the item by mail. For additional information, contact Gap toll-free at (888) 747-3704, visit www.gap.com, or email [email protected].

The recalled product

Product
Baby swimsuits
Category
Consumer Product — Children's Clothing
Hazard
Affected units
6,500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

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