J.C. Penney Recalls Infant and Toddler Sweaters

(March 4, 2005 - NEWSdial.com) The following product safety recall was conducted voluntarily by the firm in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Arizona® Boys’ Zip-Up Cardigan Sweater

Units: 57,000 (42,000 toddler-size and 15,000 infant size)

Sweater Manufacturer: J.C. Penney Corp., of Plano, Texas

Hazard: The zipper-pull mechanism can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to children.

Incidents/Injuries: J.C. Penney has received one report of a toddler removing the zipper-pull mechanism and placing it in his mouth. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled sweaters were sold in toddler sizes (2T to 5T) and infant sizes (12M to 24M) in colors red barn and navy. The sweaters have an Arizona Jean Company tag sewn in the neckline and include “RN Number 93677” and “Made in Israel.”

Sold At: J.C. Penney stores nationwide from September 2004 through January 2005 for $15 (infant) and $17 (toddler).

Manufactured In: Israel

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Consumers should contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.jcpenney.com if they have any questions or concerns.