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Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag recalled over a strangulation risk

Strangulation

Product Recall for Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag presenting a risk of strangulation.

Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.

Check your product

Only products that match these details are covered. Have your pack in front of you.

4 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag

    BarcodeThe long number printed under the barcode.
    • 9927667
    • 9930230
    • 9944855
    Item or listing codeOn the box, the label, or the order page where you bought it.
    • T92/4648S

What to do now

Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck.

  1. Take it off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now.
  2. Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.
  3. Use the contact details in the official notice to arrange a refund, repair or replacement.
  4. Incidents and injuries can be reported to Trading Standards via the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.

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

In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies.

Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.

From the official notice

Published by the Office for Product Safety and Standards (2511-0077). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Product Recall for Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag presenting a risk of strangulation.

The risk

The product presents a risk of strangulation as the neck measurement does not fall within the parameters specified in the relevant standard, BS EN 16781.

The product does not meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Regulations 2005.

Action taken

The product has been recalled from end users.

Advice to consumers

The product has been recalled from end users.

Stop using the product immediately and visit Product Recalls - M&S for further information. Any customers who have further questions regarding the product should contact Customer Services via the M&S website or on 0333 014 8555.

Additional information

PSD notification number: 2511-0077

Lead Authority: Local Authority Trading Standards

Product description

Striped 2.5 tog blue baby sleeping bag. The product was sold on M&S.com, and in Clothing & Home stores.

Open the OPSS notice

Questions

Why has Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag been recalled?

Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag could strangle a child: cords, straps or gaps could tighten around the neck. 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 and item or listing code 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 off the child, or remove it from the cot or room, now. Do not tie the cord up out of the way; remove it or stop using the item.

Can I get a refund or a repair?

In a recall, the business responsible arranges the remedy, which may be a refund, a repair, a replacement or a free part. The notice says which one applies. Your rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 also apply: goods must be safe, of satisfactory quality and as described. Within 30 days of purchase you can usually reject faulty goods for a full refund.

Where was Marks and Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag sold?

The notice names M&S. Products bought elsewhere are covered too if they match the details listed.

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