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The Children's Place Recalls Denim Shorts Due to Choking Hazard; Metal Snaps Could Detach

Recall 10-735 · May 13, 2010 · The Children's Place

What to doConsumers should immediately take the recalled shorts away from children. E-commerce customers will be mailed a postage-pre-paid envelope with instructions on how to return the shorts for a full refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
10-735 (CPSC)
Recall date
May 13, 2010
Brand
The Children's Place
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Denim Cargo Shorts
Hazard
Choking Hazard; Metal Snaps Could Detach
Hazard type
Choking and ingestion
Units
About 29,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
May 23, 2014

What was recalled

This recall involves denim shorts sold at The Children's Place with item numbers 567844 or 567967 only. The item number can be found on a sewn-in label located on the side of the shorts. The shorts were sold in sizes 0/3 months to 12 months. Shorts with other item numbers are not included in this recall.

Is my product affected?

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

  • Denim Cargo Shorts · About 29,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: The Children's Place Services online store from March 23, 2010 through April 8, 2010 for about $12.; The Children's Place Services Company LLC, of Secaucus, NJ.

Injuries or incidents reported

None.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact The Children's Place Services between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday toll-free at (877) 752-2387 or visit the firm's website at www.childrensplace.com

Recall history and context

The Children's Place appears in 8 CPSC recalls on record. See all The Children's Place recalls.

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 399 recalls in the other consumer products category, 68 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Denim Cargo Shorts (About 29,000 units). This recall involves denim shorts sold at The Children's Place with item numbers 567844 or 567967 only.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Choking Hazard; Metal Snaps Could Detach.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled shorts away from children. E-commerce customers will be mailed a postage-pre-paid envelope with instructions on how to return the shorts for a full refund.

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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.