Gap Recalls Baby Swimsuits Due to Strangulation Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #10215
Recall Date
2010-04-30
Manufacturer
Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
Units Affected
About 6,500 in the U.S. and about 480 in Canada
Products Involved
Baby swimsuits
Hazard
The swimsuits have halter straps that were manufactured too short causing the plastic ring located at the neck of the swimsuit to press against the child's throat and obstruct the airway. This poses a strangulation hazard to the child.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled swimsuits away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Contact Gap to return by mail if purchased online.
Reported Injuries
The firm has received two consumer complaints. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
The babyGap, GapKids, Gap, Gap Outlet stores nationwide and online at www.gap.com from February 2010 through April 2010 for between $17 and $20.
Manufactured In
ChinaIndonesia
Full Recall Description
The baby swimsuits were sold in two styles: number 706260 is blue and white and number 700452 is red and white. The style number can be found on the label located on the swimsuit. Both swimsuits were sold in infant sizes up to 24 months and are made of a synthetic knit stretch fabric of polyester and spandex. The straps are made of the same material as the body.
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