Girls' bikini
Girls' bikini was recalled on 20 January 2012 under EU Safety Gate alert 0048/12. Injuries, Strangulation risk reported by Spain. The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of:- cords with unfinished free-ends with knots to be tied around the neck and at the back;- two functional cords which are too long at each end;- cords with free-ends and knots in the waist area;- a drawstring without an attachment point.
| Alert Number | 0048/12 |
| Brand | Leonado |
| Category | Clothing, textiles and fashion items |
| Risk Type | Injuries, Strangulation |
| Notifying Country | Spain |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Model Number | Article No B594, size 2/3 |
| Published | 20 January 2012 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of strangulation and injuries due to the presence of:- cords with unfinished free-ends with knots to be tied around the neck and at the back;- two functional cords which are too long at each end;- cords with free-ends and knots in the waist area;- a drawstring without an attachment point.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 14682.
Product Description
Two-piece bikini: the top part is blue with pink ties and has two images of a girl. The bottom part is pink with a textile flower sewn to the front right-hand side. It is not packaged and is sold with a star-shaped label attached to the top by a textile thread.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries, strangulation hazard related to Girls' bikini.
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.