M&S recall warning to shoppers due to risk of strangulation

Marks and Spencer has issued a product recall of a sleeping bag which does not meet the requirement of British standard testing and could be a potential strangulation hazard to babies <i>(Image: Getty Images)</i>
Marks and Spencer has issued a product recall of a sleeping bag which does not meet the requirement of British standard testing and could be a potential strangulation hazard to babies (Image: Getty Images)
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Marks and Spencer has recalled its stripe 2.5 Tog Baby Sleepbag as it is a"a potential strangulation hazard".

A statement on the M&S website says: "We have identified a potential safety issue with the above baby sleepbag- Marks & Spencer Stripe 2.5 Tog Sleeping Bag T92/4648S. 

"The neck measurement does not meet the requirement of British standard testing -BS EN16781 – Sleep bag Standard which could be a potential strangulation hazard.

"We recommend owners stop using this product immediately.  The product is no longer available for sale online or in store.   We are recalling all sizes.

"We request you return these to us immediately via Clothing & Home stores or Customer Services for a full refund.

"The product was sold on M&S.com, and in Clothing & Home stores.  We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused.  Any customers who have further questions regarding the product should contact Customer Services via the website or on 0333 014 8555."

This follows an M&S food recall of Milk Chocolate Honeycomb due to Allergy Risk.

Marks & Spencer is recalling Milk Chocolate Honeycomb, best before date: 12/05/2026 lot 5242, UPC: 0917568/ 29143603 due to the possible presence of undeclared peanuts in a small number of packs. No other Milk Chocolate honeycomb product is affected. Anyone who is concerned should call the M&S Careline Freephone number on 03330148555


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The Office for Product Safety and Standards says: "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 has been recalled from end users."

Local Authority Trading Standards have been informed.

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