Product recallOPSS
Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume recalled over a strangulation risk
Product recall for Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume presenting a risk of strangulation due to the length of the face mask strap.
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
Product image from the OPSS safety notice
Check your product
Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.
2 identifiers listed for this notice.
Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume
- BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
- 505919102663
- 505919102691
What to do now
The hazard with Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume is strangulation.
- Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away.
- If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
- Follow the corrective action in the notice: a refund, repair or replacement from the business.
- If someone has been hurt or the product has failed, report it to Trading Standards through the Citizens Advice consumer service.
Why it matters. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
If someone has been hurt
Get help urgently
- a child who has been caught by the neck, even if they seem fine afterwards — call 999 or go to A&E
This is general information based on NHS public guidance, not medical advice. In an emergency call 999. For urgent advice use NHS 111 (NHS 24 on 111 in Scotland) or, in Northern Ireland, your GP or out-of-hours service.
Refunds, repairs and replacements
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it.
If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2211-0011). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product recall for Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume presenting a risk of strangulation due to the length of the face mask strap.
The risk
Costumes were tested and failed due to the mask which comes with the costume in relation to EN71-1, specifically the length of the strap on the mask which may present a strangulation hazard. The product has been identified as not suitable for children under 36 months.
Action taken
Asda has recalled the product from end users. (Please see below for further information)
Advice to consumers
Asda has recalled the product from end users. For more information, please see: https://corporate.asda.com/product-recall-girls-day-of-the-dead-costume-size-2-3-only
Additional information
PSD case number: 2211-0011
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
Children’s costume with a colourful flower design and an attached tutu in pink, yellow, green and blue. Product is also supplied with a colourful face mask
Open the OPSS notice
Questions
Why has Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume been recalled?
The hazard with Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume is strangulation. Drawstrings, cords and straps can snag on play equipment, cots or furniture. Strangulation happens quickly and silently.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode on your product with the details listed under “Check your product” on this page. Only items that match are covered by the notice.
What should I do now?
Remove it from the child or the child’s space straight away. If the notice allows, remove the cord or drawstring completely before any further use.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Contact the retailer or the brand using the details in the official notice. Keep your receipt, order confirmation or bank statement if you have one, but a recall remedy should not depend on it. If you paid by credit card and the item cost more than £100, Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act may let you claim from the card provider. For smaller amounts or debit cards, ask your bank about a chargeback.
Where was Asda Girls Day of the Dead Costume sold?
The notice names Asda. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
