Published: September 03, 2010
77kids by American Eagle Recalls Select Styles of Girls Pants, Jeans and Shorts
PITTSBURGH - (BUSINESS WIRE) - 77kids by american eagle, the kids brand from American Eagle Outfitters,
Inc., today announced a voluntary recall of select styles of toddler
girls pants, jeans and shorts (sold in sizes 12 to 18 months, 18 to 24
months, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years, and 5 years). The slide closure on
the front of the waistband of these items can become detached and
present a potential choking hazard. The company asks that customers stop
using these products immediately and return them for a full refund.
These products have been removed from the five 77kids stores and Web
site. There have been no injuries reported. 77kids is conducting this
recall on a voluntary basis out of an abundance of caution and a desire
to communicate with customers in a timely manner.
Twelve hundred products were sold at 77kids by american eagle stores,
and online at www.77kids.com
between the dates of July 8, 2010 and August 30, 2010. Customers for
whom the company has a record of sale will be contacted directly, the
purchase prices will be refunded and they will be offered a $20 gift
card. Returns can be processed by mail and at 77kids by american eagle
stores.
The recalled products are described below. The style number is located
on the tracking label, which is found under the care/content label on
the side of the waistband. The slide closure is made of silver-colored
metal and is located on the front center fly of the items.
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Style Number
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Product Name
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3007
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Cord Pant
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3012
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Boyfriend Jean
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3013
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Colored Bermuda Short
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3029
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Medium Vintage Flare Jean
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3030
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Doodle Flare Jean
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3034
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Rip & Repair Flare Jean
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3035
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Denim Bermuda Short
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Customers with questions may contact the AEO customer service department
at 888.307.3672, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. eastern
time, and reference the product information above.
About American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
American Eagle
Outfitters, Inc., through its subsidiaries, ("AEO, Inc." ) offers
high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products
at affordable prices. The American Eagle Outfitters brand targets 15 to
25 year old girls and guys, with 934 stores in the U.S. and Canada and
online at www.ae.com.
aerie by american eagle offers Dormwear and intimates collections for
the AE girl, with 144 standalone stores in the U.S. and Canada and
online at www.aerie.com.
The latest brand, 77kids by american eagle, is available online at www.77kids.com,
as well as at five stores across the nation. The 77kids brand offers
small sizes and great big style for kids 0-14. AE.COM, the online home
of the brands of AEO, Inc. ships to 76 countries worldwide.
American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.
Jani Strand, 412-432-4500
strandj@ae.com
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