Product recallOPSS
George Home Sleepbags (Eight Models) recalled over a choking risk
Product Recall for George Home Sleepbags presenting a risk of choking.
Take it away from young children now.
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.
26 identifiers listed for this notice.
8 models of baby sleeping bag in ages 0-6 months, 6-18 months, and 18-36 months.
- ModelOn the rating label, base, back or box.
- Link to List of Affected Models
- Images
Size Barcodes
- Barcode
- 5057172999958
- 5057172999965
- 5057172999972
- 5063089070925
- 5063089070932
- 5057172999835
- 5057172999842
- 5057172999859
- 5063089070895
- 5063089070901
- 5063089070918
- 5057172999897
- 5057172999903
- 5057172999910
- 5057172999989
- 5057172999996
- 5063089000007
- 5063089000014
- 5063089000021
- 5063089000038
- 5057172999927
- 5057172999934
- 5057172999941
What to do now
George Home Sleepbags (Eight Models) has been flagged because small parts can break off.
- Take it away from young children now.
- Look for loose pieces where it was used.
- Contact the business or the shop you bought it from to arrange the remedy set out in the notice.
- Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.
Why it matters. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
If someone has been hurt
Look out for
- coughing, gagging or noisy breathing after playing with it
Get help urgently
- a child who cannot breathe, cough or cry — call 999 and follow the call handler’s instructions
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
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought.
If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
From the official notice
Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2306-0073). Quoted as issued.
Summary
Product Recall for George Home Sleepbags presenting a risk of choking.
The risk
The product presents a risk of choking as it is possible for the snap buttons on the bag to become loose and detach, producing a small part. A young child may place the small part in their mouth and choke.
The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.
Action taken
The product has been recalled from end users by Asda. Owners must stop using the product immediately and return it to their local Asda store for a full refund.
Advice to consumers
The product has been recalled from end users by Asda. Owners must stop using the product immediately, and return it to their local Asda for a full refund.
For further information, please access the Asda website at: https://corporate.asda.com/product-recall-george-home-sleepbags .
Additional information
PSD case number: 2306-0073
Notified by: Local Authority Trading Standards
Product description
8 models of baby sleeping bag in ages 0-6 months, 6-18 months, and 18-36 months.
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Questions
Why has George Home Sleepbags (Eight Models) been recalled?
George Home Sleepbags (Eight Models) has been flagged because small parts can break off. Children under three put things in their mouths. Anything small enough to fit through a toilet-roll tube is a choking hazard for them.
How do I know if my product is affected?
Compare the barcode and model 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?
Take it away from young children now. Look for loose pieces where it was used.
Can I get a refund or a repair?
Stop using the product first, then arrange the remedy. A recall applies to every affected unit, however long ago it was bought. If the business does not respond, the Citizens Advice consumer helpline (0808 223 1133), Advice Direct Scotland (0808 164 6000) or Consumerline (0300 123 6262) can help.
Where was George Home Sleepbags (Eight Models) sold?
The notice names Asda. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.
