Moderate Recalled December 9, 2014 About 2,030 units

Nordstrom Recalls Open Vest Sweaters Due to Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Recall Alert)

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The hazard

The sweaters fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel, posing a burn injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Refund

Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled sweaters and contact Nordstrom to return them for a full refund.

Contact: Nordstrom at (800) 804-0806 anytime, or online at www.nordstrom.com and click on "Recall" for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at contact@nordstrom.com.

About this recall

This recall involves Leith brand women's textured open vest sleeveless sweaters. The sweaters are 35 ½ inches long. They were sold in black and cream, and in sizes extra small - XS, small - S, medium - M, large - L and extra large - XL. Care labels sewn into the garments read, "Leith," "Made in China," "83% cotton" and "17% nylon."

Product photos

Nordstrom Leith Brand Open Vest Sweater in Black
Nordstrom Leith Brand Open Vest Sweater in Black
Nordstrom Leith Brand Open Vest Sweater in Black in Cream
Nordstrom Leith Brand Open Vest Sweater in Black in Cream
Nordstrom Leith Brand Open Vest Sweater Care Label
Nordstrom Leith Brand Open Vest Sweater Care Label

Photos: U.S. CPSC