Moderate Recalled April 19, 2001 About 54,000 units Updated February 25, 2026

CPSC, Disney Store Announce Recall of Children's Costumes

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The hazard

Fabric used in these costumes can ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.

Incidents reported: CPSC and Disney are aware of two reports of costumes igniting, resulting in one burn injury to a 4-year-old girl.

What to do now

Consumers should stop wearing these costumes immediately, and return them to any Disney Store or to the Disney Store catalog for a refund and a $10 gift certificate.

Contact: For more information, call Disney at (800) 328-5902 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or email the company at disneystore.costume@disneyonline.com

About this recall

The Princess Ariel costume has a green skirt with two layers of netting on top and a sequined purple metallic bodice with a picture of Ariel. The costumes were sold in youth sizes 2-4, 4-6X and 8-10. The neckline labels read "The Disney Store." The recall does not include Princess Ariel costumes sold before July 2000. The earlier Ariel costume was a mermaid fin-like costume with a knee-length, sequined skirt.

Product photos

Recalled Princess Ariel (The Little Mermaid) costume
Recalled Princess Ariel (The Little Mermaid) costume

Photos: U.S. CPSC