CPSC, Lillian Vernon Corporation Announce Recall of Costumes
Recalled November 2, 2001 · CPSC recall 02503 · Lillian Vernon
Hazard
Fabric used in these costumes can ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries, in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.
Remedy
Consumers should stop wearing these costumes immediately and call Lillian Vernon Corporation's customer service department for information on how to receive a refund. Lillian Vernon Corporation has sent notices to all known purchasers.
Units
About 2,900
Incidents / injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Description
The recalled costume model numbers are LV #948P00 and LV #958P00. The Sugar Plum Fairy costume is a dress made of various fabrics including purple nylon tulle. They were sold in youth sizes 4-6 and 6x-8.
What to do
Consumers should stop wearing these costumes immediately and call Lillian Vernon Corporation's customer service department for information on how to receive a refund. Lillian Vernon Corporation has sent notices to all known purchasers.
Contact
Consumers may call Lillian Vernon Corporation's customer service department at 1-800-505-2250, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Product
Sugar Plum Fairy costumes
Distributed by
Lillian Vernon Corporation, of Rye, N.Y.
Retailers
Lillian Vernon sold these costumes in their catalogues nationwide between August 1999 and October 2000 for about $40.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →