May
31, 2001
Saks Incorporated, of Birmingham, Ala., is voluntarily
recalling about 14,500 boys' vests. The elastic toggle cord on the end of the
zipper pulls can loosen and come off, posing a choking hazard to young
children. Saks has received one report of a toggle coming off. No injuries have
been reported. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of
injury.
The recalled vests are red nylon/blue fleece reversible zippered vests sold in
toddler sizes 2T through 4T. They were sold under the URIT and Parisian Kids
brands. The zipper pulls have black and white checkered elastic toggles on the
ends. There is a front zipper and three pocket zippers. Labels sewn into the
front side pocket read in part "Parisian kids" or "URIT"
and "MADE IN KOREA SEE REVERSE FOR CARE." Department stores
including, Parisian, Carson Pirie Scott, Younkers, McRae's, Proffitt's, Bergner's,
Herberger's and Boston Store nationwide sold the vests from July 2000 through
January 2001 for about $24.
Consumers should stop using the vest immediately and return the vest to any
Saks store for a refund. For more information on this recall, contact CPSC at
(800) 638-2772 anytime.