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CPSC, Samara Brothers Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups

U.S. CPSCChokingJun 22, 2004
Recalled Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups
Recalled Children's Swimsuit Cover-ups

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Hazard

The zipper-pull on the cover-up can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these cover-ups and contact Samara Brothers for instructions on receiving a free repair or replacement cover-up.

Incidents & injuries

Samara Brothers has received one report of a zipper-pull coming off. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled cover-ups were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Cover-ups were sold separately or as part of a swimsuit set. The cover-ups were sold under the brand names "Samara" and "Carter's," in sizes ranging from 3 to 24 months, 2T to 4T and 4X to 6X. On the short-sleeved cover-up are various patches depicting beach and swim-related themes. The name "Samara" or "Carter's" is printed on the garment-care tag, along with the size.

Sold on

Department stores and specialty shops nationwide, from January 2004 through April 2004, for between $10 and $20.

Contact the company

Call Samara Brothers at (732) 287-3939 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email the firm at [email protected]

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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