Boys Reversible Vests Recalled by Bon-Ton Stores Due to Choking Hazard

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