Family Dollar Recalls "Creepy Cape" Costumes Due to Flammability Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3475.
The recall involves 40-inch black vinyl capes with a stand-up collar. A white sticker on the collar of the cape reads, "FLAME RETARDANT PVC" and "MADE IN CHINA." The packaging shows a green-skinned vampire wearing a black cape. Writing on the packaging includes "CREEPY CAPE," "Ages 6 To 60," and "NO. 53600."
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3475.
Consumers should stop using the recalled capes and return them to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Family Dollar Stores Nationwide From August 2005 Through October 2006 For About $2. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-3475.
For additional information, contact Family Dollar toll-free at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.com
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Family Dollar Stores Nationwide From August 2005 Through October 2006 For About $2. Recall FAQ
Family Dollar Stores Nationwide From August 2005 Through October 2006 For About $2. is the subject of a toys recall: Family Dollar Recalls "Creepy Cape" Costumes Due to Flammability Hazard. The notice was published on October 31, 2006 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 120,000 units are potentially affected.