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QVC Inc. "Quacker Factory" Robes for Burn Hazard
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What’s wrong
The robes fail to meet Federal flammability requirements. Should the robe come in contact with an ignition source, such as a stove burner, candle flame or cigarette lighter, it could catch fire and possibly cause serious burns to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
QVC had directly notified its customers by telephone and mail to stop using the robes. QVC is offering a full refund for the return of these robes.
Who to contact: For more information, call QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit QVC's Web site at www.qvc.com
The product
The robes are 100 percent cotton chenille robes sold under the names "Quacker Factory Holiday Cheer Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A4623; "Quacker Factory Novelty Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A4629; and "Quacker Factory Whimsical Chenille Robe," with QVC item number A2202. Each robe has a product care label, which has "Quacker Factory" and "100% cotton" on the front and the QVC item number on the back.
Details
- Units affected
- About 15,000
- Recall date
- March 27, 2007
- Made or distributed by
- Lai Apparel Design Inc., of New York, N.Y., QVC Inc., of West Chester, Pa.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
QVC network, its Web page, its toll-free number, and in its outlet and employee stores from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $40 and $52.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “QVC Inc. Recalls "Quacker Factory" Robes for Burn Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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