Boys Reversible Vests Recalled by Bon-Ton Stores Due to Choking Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09079
Recall Date
2008-12-30
Manufacturer
The Bon-Ton Department Stores Inc., of York, Pa.
Units Affected
About 5,000
Products Involved
Boy's Reversible Vests
Hazard
The zipper tabs on these vests fail to meet the children's torques test standards, posing a choking hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take these vests away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
None reported.
Sold At
Bon-Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's, Younkers, and Carson Pirie Scott stores nationwide and Parisian in the Detroit area from July 2008 through November 2008 for about $30.
Manufactured In
India
Full Recall Description
This recall involves the "Ruff Hewn" reversible vests for boys sold in toddler (style # F821235) and 4 through 7 sizes (style # F841235). The vests are brown and reverse to a camouflage print. "Ruff Hewn" is printed on the tag found in the left pocket of the brown side and on the price tag. The style number is printed on the price tag.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28