Ponchos Recalled by Cotton City & JC Penney
USPonchos Recalled by Cotton City & JC Penney
Recalling Firm: Foley's, JC Penney, Cotton City
Motif du rappel / Danger
TranslatedFire & Fire-Related Burn
Description du produit & Identification
TranslatedPonchos Recalled by Cotton City & JC Penney NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 9, 1976 Release # 76-085 CPSC Announces Recall Of Ponchos WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 9) -- Cotton City Industries, Inc., and J.C. Penney Company, Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, today announced a recall on ponchos that may have a flammable fringe. The recall involves about 16,000 multi-colored and plaid ponchos manufactured by Cotton City Industries, Inc., and sold to consumers between May and November 1976. The ponchos, suitable for girls and women, may present a hazard if the frayed edge of the solid color cotton fringe encircling the acrylic garment comes into direct contact with an open flame or high heat source. The poncho is an apparel item to be slipped over the head and draped over shoulders and arms and secured by a rope-like tie around the mid-section. The garments involved were sold and distributed principally through J.C. Penney's retail stores. A limited number were sold to Foley's Department Store, Houston, Texas, and even smaller numbers sold to small retail stores. The ponchos purchased from Penney's are identified with a label in the neck area marked JCP8203 with either style no. 3050, 3051 or 3052. Ponchos purchased from any of the other stores are marked 9815. The garment should not be worn further and consumers may return it to the place of purchase for a cash refund or credit.
Produits concernés
TranslatedCotton City multi-colored and plaid ponchos; JC Penney multi-colored and plaid ponchos
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/1976/CPSC-Announces-Recall-Of-Ponchos |
| Title | Ponchos Recalled by Cotton City & JC Penney |
| Hazards › Name | Fire & Fire-Related Burn |
| Products › 1 › Type | Clothing (Adults) |
| Products › 1 › Category I D | 1886 |
| Products › 2 › Name | Cotton City multi-colored and plaid ponchos |
| Products › 2 › Type | Clothing (Children) |
| Products › 2 › Category I D | 1887 |
| Products › 3 › Name | JC Penney multi-colored and plaid ponchos |
| Recall I D | 3880 |
| Recall Date | 1976-12-09T00:00:00 |
| Description | Ponchos Recalled by Cotton City & JC Penney NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 9, 1976 Release # 76-085 CPSC Announces Recall Of Ponchos WASHINGTON, D.C. (Dec. 9) -- Cotton City Industries, Inc., and J.C. Penney Company, Inc., in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, today announced a recall on ponchos that may have a flammable fringe. The recall involves about 16,000 multi-colored and plaid ponchos manufactured by Cotton City Industries, Inc., and sold to consumers between May and November 1976. The ponchos, suitable for girls and women, may present a hazard if the frayed edge of the solid color cotton fringe encircling the acrylic garment comes into direct contact with an open flame or high heat source. The poncho is an apparel item to be slipped over the head and draped over shoulders and arms and secured by a rope-like tie around the mid-section. The garments involved were sold and distributed principally through J.C. Penney's retail stores. A limited number were sold to Foley's Department Store, Houston, Texas, and even smaller numbers sold to small retail stores. The ponchos purchased from Penney's are identified with a label in the neck area marked JCP8203 with either style no. 3050, 3051 or 3052. Ponchos purchased from any of the other stores are marked 9815. The garment should not be worn further and consumers may return it to the place of purchase for a cash refund or credit. |
| Recall Number | 76085 |
| Manufacturers › 1 › Name | Foley's |
| Manufacturers › 2 › Name | JC Penney |
| Manufacturers › 3 › Name | Cotton City |
| Last Publish Date | 2015-02-04T00:00:00 |
Consumer Action Protocol: What You Should Do Immediately
Safety StepsCheck the model number, serial number, and date stamp on the rating label on the back or underside of the product.
Immediately discontinue using the product. Unplug electrical items and keep juvenile items out of reach of children.
Under statutory consumer protection rules, consumers are entitled to a full refund, certified replacement, or free repair kit without needing the original sales receipt.
If you suffered an injury, illness, or property damage from this product, file an official incident report with regulatory authorities (CPSC).
Your Legal Rights as a Consumer
Recalls are legally binding corrective safety actions overseen by statutory government bodies. Recalling entities are legally prohibited from charging consumers for official safety remedies. If a retailer or dealership refuses your recall remedy, notify the issuing regulatory agency immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Recall
FAQ GuideQ1:What should I do immediately if I own or bought Ponchos Recalled by Cotton City & JC Penney?
Immediately stop using the product and keep it out of reach of children. Disconnect power if electrical, and do not attempt makeshift home repairs.
Q2:Can I get a full refund or free repair for this recall?
Yes. Recalling manufacturers and retail merchants are required under consumer protection regulations to offer a statutory remedy—typically a full refund, certified repair kit, or replacement unit.
Q3:Do I need my original sales receipt to claim a remedy or refund?
In most recall cases, no receipt is required. Because safety recalls are matters of public health and statutory compliance, retailers and manufacturers routinely issue refunds, store credit, or replacement kits upon presentation of the affected product or lot code.
Q4:Where can I verify official information for this safety alert?
This safety alert is aggregated directly from official regulatory agency records (CPSC). You can click the 'Official Agency Alert' link on this page to view the primary government notice and contact the manufacturer directly.
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