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Women's Sweaters Recalled by FatFace Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

Recall 17-141 · April 26, 2017 · FatFace

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for instructions on returning the sweaters for a $75 refund.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
17-141 (CPSC)
Recall date
April 26, 2017
Brand
FatFace
Category
Other consumer products
Products
Women's overhead and zip-up sweaters
Hazard
Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
Hazard type
Fire and burn
Remedy
Refund
Units
About 400
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
April 26, 2017

What was recalled

This recall involves two styles of FatFace women's sweaters: overhead Cowes (style number 918043) and zip-up (style number 918041). The style numbers are printed on a care label on the inside seam of the sweaters. The Overhead Cowes sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester sold in ivory. This sweater has a 3.5-inch cowl or funnel neckline that can be tightened or loosened by the drawstring located at the center front of the neckline. These sweaters also have a kangaroo-style pocket located at the bottom front of the sweater. The zip-up sweater is 97 percent cotton and 3 percent polyester with a Yarmouth textured zip-up sweater. It sold in ivory, ocean surf (green) and lilac ice (lavender) colors. The sweater has a hood that can be tightened and loosened with a drawstring. The sweater has a silver metal zipper extending from the neckline to the bottom of the sweaters with two pockets on each side of the zipper.

Is my product affected?

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

  • Women's overhead and zip-up sweaters · About 400 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: FatFace stores in Maine, Massachusetts and Rhode Island and online at www.fatface.com from September 2016 through January 2017 for about $60.; FatFace Corp., of Wilmington, Del..

Injuries or incidents reported

The firm has received one report of a burn injury.

Consumer contact

FatFace at 800-585-0178 from 4 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET Saturday and 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET on Sunday, email at usproductqueries@fatface.com with "Product Recall" as the email subject or online at http://us.fatface.com and click on the "Important Notice" tab for more information.

Recall history and context

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?

Women's overhead and zip-up sweaters (About 400 units). This recall involves two styles of FatFace women's sweaters: overhead Cowes (style number 918043) and zip-up (style number 918041).

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Violation of Federal Flammability Standard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for instructions on returning the sweaters for a $75 refund.

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