Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 107,200 (in addition, about 8,800 were sold in Canada) units
Recall No. 18-148 Published May 2, 2018

3-piece penguin cardigan sets

The cardigan's toggle button can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. sold at Carter's, Bon-Ton, Burlington Stores, Kohl's, Macy's, Ross Stores, Toys "R" Us, and other stores nationwide and online at www.carters.com from July 2017 – March 2018 for about $40.

3-piece penguin cardigan sets
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Affected model numbers
UPC codes
190795798135 190795798142 190795798159 190795798166 190795798173 190795798180 190795798203

Why it was recalled

The cardigan's toggle button can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

Carter's received three reports of children putting a detached toggle button in their mouths. No injuries have been reported.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumer should immediately take the recalled cardigan sets away from children, stop using them and return them to a Carter's store location for a full refund in the form of a gift card. Consumers can also contact Carter's Consumer Affairs department and request a free return label and envelope to return the cardigan for a refund in the form of an electronic gift card.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 107,200 (in addition, about 8,800 were sold in Canada)
Made inChina
Sold atCarter's, Bon-Ton, Burlington Stores, Kohl's, Macy's, Ross Stores, Toys "R" Us, and other stores nationwide and online at www.carters.com
Sales periodJuly 2017 – March 2018
PriceAbout $40

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-692-4674
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.carters.com

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