Madewell Recalls Women's Sweaters Due to Burn Hazard
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Madewell is recalling about 5,900 Double V-Neck Pullover and V-Neck Cardigan sweaters due to a risk of serious burn injuries or death from violating the mandatory standard for clothing textiles.
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What Happened
Madewell is recalling two styles of women's sweaters because they violate the mandatory standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of serious burn injuries or death.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves Madewell-branded Double V-Neck Pullover and V-Neck Cardigan women's sweaters sold with or without buttons in light blue and cream, in sizes XS through L. The sweaters have long sleeves and a V-neck. "Madewell" and the size are printed on the neck label, and "Style #NT611" or "Style #NT612" and "HO24" are printed on the sewn-in side seam label. About 5,900 units were sold at Madewell and T.J. Maxx stores nationwide and online at Madewell.com from December 2024 through October 2025 for between $138 and $148.
What You Should Do
Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and contact Madewell for a full refund in the original form of payment or store credit. Consumers will be asked to destroy the sweaters by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed sweater to 24-7@madewell.com, then dispose of the destroyed product. Contact Madewell toll-free at 866-544-1937 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, email at 24-7@madewell.com, or visit www.madewell.com/c/product-recall/.
Why This Matters
The recalled sweaters pose a risk of serious burn injuries or death.
Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Madewell-Recalls-Womens-Sweaters-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Burn-Hazard-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-Clothing-Textiles (CPSC Recall ID: 10868)
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