Girl's Nightshirts Recalled by the William Carter Co.
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
Photos from the recall notice

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.