IKEA Recalls Children's Bat Cape Costumes Due to Strangulation Hazard
This recall was issued April 7, 2016.
- Posted
- April 7, 2016
- Recall Number
- 16139
- Quantity
- About 11,000 (in addition, 750 in Canada)
- Official Source
- View on CPSC website ↗
Reason for Recall
The fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the bat cape can fail to detach readily during use, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Action Taken
Consumers should immediately take the recalled bat capes away from children and return the capes to any IKEA store for a full refund.
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Incidents & Injuries
IKEA has received three reports outside of the United States of the fabric hook and loop fastener at the neck of the costume failing to detach readily and scratching children's necks.