The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·96077·Announced 1996-03-11

O'Neill Milky Way jackets recalled for excessive flammability

CPSC and O'Neill Sportswear are recalling 347 Milky Way jackets that burn faster than newspaper, posing a risk of burn injuries.

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

Plain-English summary

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and O'Neill Sportswear, a division of La Jolla Sports USA, are recalling 347 "Milky Way" jackets. These hooded, reverse fleece pullover jackets violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act because the material burns faster than newspaper, creating a serious risk of burn injuries. The jackets were sold in three colors: Black, Moondust, and Organic Green, and feature "O'Neill" embroidery on the chest with specific sewn-in labels and hang tags.

The jackets were sold at ski and sports shops in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, and Wisconsin from August to November 1995 for approximately $56. The Canadian Government alerted CPSC to the hazard after the jackets' material failed Canadian flammability standards. CPSC and O'Neill are not aware of any injuries involving these jackets, and the recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Consumers should stop wearing these jackets immediately and call O'Neill Sportswear at (800) 213-6444 to arrange for a refund or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
O'Neill Milky Way jackets
Manufacturer
La Jolla Sport USA
Category
Consumer Product — Clothing
Hazard

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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