Coldwater Creek Recalls Sweaters Due to Burn Hazard

Shawl Collar Sweaters

Date of Recall

2007-07-26

CPSC Release Number

07-563

Manufactured In

Hong Kong

Units

About 3,500

Distributor

Coldwater Creek, of Sandpoint, Idaho

Sold By

Coldwater Creek catalog and coldwatercreek.com from November 2006 through May 2007 for $62.

Problem/Hazard

The sweaters fail to meet Federal flammability requirements. Should the sweater come in contact with an ignition source, such as a stove burner, candle flame or cigarette lighter, it could catch fire and cause serious burns to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

None.

Description

This recall involves Coldwater Creek shawl collar sweaters in red only. The textured yarn sweaters were sold in sizes XS through 3X. A tag sewn into the neck of the sweater displays the Coldwater Creek brand logo.

Remedy

Consumers should stop wearing the sweater and return it to Coldwater Creek for a refund, including tax and postage. The company will provide consumers with a $20 coupon towards another purchase.

Consumer Contact

For more information, consumers should contact Coldwater Creek at (800) 262-0040 between 6 a.m. and 3 a.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.coldwatercreek.com

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