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TKS Children's Pants Recalled by Sears; Drawstrings at Waist Pose Entrapment Hazard

Recall 08-116 · December 6, 2007 · Sears

What to doConsumers should immediately remove the belt to eliminate the hazard.

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Recall at a glance

Recall number
08-116 (CPSC)
Recall date
December 6, 2007
Brand
Sears
Category
Clothing and accessories
Products
TKS-brand children's pants
Hazard
Suffocation and strangulation hazard
Hazard type
Suffocation and strangulation
Units
About 6,100
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

The recalled pants were sold in two styles. The first style (model numbers 62240 and 62254) is denim with a brown ribbon belt on the waistband. These pants have a sewn-on patch and an embroidered butterfly. They were sold in infant sizes 12 months, 18 months and 24 months and toddler sizes 2T, 3T and 4T. The second style (model number 62226) is khaki with a fabric belt on the waistband. They have two cargo pockets, one with an embroidered heart. The cuffs have buttons and plaid trim on the underside. They were sold in toddler sizes 2T, 3T and 4T.

Is my product affected?

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

  • TKS-brand children's pants · About 6,100 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Sears stores nationwide from July 2007 through August 2007 for about $16.; E.S. Sutton Inc., of New York, N.Y..

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Sears at (800) 659-7026 between 7 am - 9 pm CT Monday through Friday, 7 am - 6 pm Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sears.com

Recall history and context

Sears appears in 23 CPSC recalls on record. See all Sears recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

TKS-brand children's pants (About 6,100 units). The recalled pants were sold in two styles.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Suffocation and strangulation hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately remove the belt to eliminate the hazard.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on May 23, 2014. 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.