Gap Recalls Baby Swimsuits Due to Strangulation Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 10-215 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- April 30, 2010
- Brand
- Gap
- Category
- Baby and nursery
- Products
- Baby swimsuits
- Hazard
- Strangulation Hazard
- Hazard type
- Suffocation and strangulation
- Units
- About 6,500 in the U.S. and about 480 in Canada
- Made in
- Indonesia, China
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
The baby swimsuits were sold in two styles: number 706260 is blue and white and number 700452 is red and white. The style number can be found on the label located on the swimsuit. Both swimsuits were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months and are made of a synthetic knit stretch fabric of polyester and spandex. The straps are made of the same material as the body.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Baby swimsuits · About 6,500 in the U.S. and about 480 in Canada units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: The babyGap, GapKids, Gap, Gap Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.gap.com from February 2010 through April 2010 for between $17 and $20.; Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received two consumer complaints. No injuries have been reported.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Gap toll-free at (888) 747-3704 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and Saturday between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m., visit the firm's website at www.gap.com or email Gap at custserv@gap.com
Recall history and context
Gap appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Gap recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 238 recalls in the baby and nursery category, 59 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Baby swimsuits (About 6,500 in the U.S. and about 480 in Canada units). The baby swimsuits were sold in two styles: number 706260 is blue and white and number 700452 is red and white.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Strangulation Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately take the recalled swimsuits away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact Gap to return by mail if purchased online.
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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.