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Girl's Nightshirts Recalled by the William Carter Co.

Recall 00166a · August 17, 2000 · the William Carter

What to doTake these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
00166a (CPSC)
Recall date
August 17, 2000
Brand
the William Carter
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Girls' nightshirts
Hazard
Fire and burn hazard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Units
About 1,000
Last updated by CPSC
August 17, 2000

What was recalled

The recalled nightshirts have long sleeves, and were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medium (6-7 year), large (8-10 year) and, x-large (12-14 year). They are made with 100 percent polyester fabric with a pattern of brown bears wearing pink pajamas and the words "p.j. bear" printed on a white background. Identification code "GPU CF79761" and "Carter's" are printed on a label sewn into the collar.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Girls' nightshirts · About 1,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Carter's, department and specialty stores sold these pajamas nationwide, from May 2000 through August 2000, for between $10 and $13.; The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga..

Consumer contact

Consumers may call Carter's toll-free at (888) 339-2129 anytime. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at http://www.carters.com/recall.html

Recall history and context

the William Carter appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all the William Carter recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 400 recalls in the other consumer products category, 69 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Girls' nightshirts (About 1,000 units). The recalled nightshirts have long sleeves, and were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medium (6-7 year), large (8-10 year) and, x-large (12-14 year).

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fire and burn hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on August 17, 2000. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.