Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Recalled September 3, 2008 · CPSC recall 08386 · Circo

Hazard

The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund.

Units

About 330,000

Incidents / injuries

Target has received four reports of the ribbon detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recall involves girls' Circo bobbie socks. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white and three pairs with a box), ranging in size from 6 to 12 months, 12 to 24 months and 2T to 5T. The socks are packaged in a green and white sleeve with a Circo-brand logo on the front.

What to do

Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com

Product

Circo Rosette Bobbie Socks

Imported by

Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Retailers

Target stores nationwide from January 2007 to July 2008 for about $6.

Made in

Hong Kong

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →