CPSC, Gymboree Announce Recall of Baby Boy Bodysuits

Recalled June 13, 2001 · CPSC recall 01173 · Gymboree

Hazard

The wheel-shaped zipper pull can twist off and become a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these outfits and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund.

Units

About 5,500

Incidents / injuries

CPSC and Gymboree have not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.

Description

The recalled baby bodysuits are short-sleeved, one-piece outfits for toddlers sizes 0-3T. The bodysuits come in green and red, and have a wheel-shaped zipper pull. On the left arm of the outfit is a patch that says "1st Place Soap Box Derby." A white care label inside of the outfit reads, "Made in Thailand" and "2000 Gymboree."

What to do

Consumers should stop using these outfits and return them to any Gymboree store for a full refund.

Contact

For more information, call Gymboree toll-free at (800) 222-7758 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's website at www.gymboree.com

Product

Baby Boy Bodysuits

Imported by

The Gymboree Corp. (Gymboree®), of Burlingame, Calif.

Retailers

The Gymboree website and stores nationwide sold these bodysuits, from March 2001 through May 2001, for about $17.

Made in

Thailand

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