December 17, 2025 – A recent incident report details a significant safety concern involving a Gap baby romper where a metal snap detached, creating a potential choking and injury hazard for infants. The incident occurred immediately after purchase, before the garment was even tried on or washed.
Product Details
Incident Overview
The incident, reported on November 28, 2025, involved a brand new 6-12 month baby romper purchased from Gap Factory. According to the consumer report, immediately after bringing the romper home, and prior to it being washed or tried on, the second snap closest to the neck unexpectedly popped off. The detached component was described as a very sharp, metal piece. The consumer was preparing to try the romper on their baby when this occurred. Fortunately, no one was injured in this particular instance, but the sharp, small metal piece raised immediate concerns about the severe choking and injury risks it presented, especially for a 6-month-old infant.
Safety Concerns
The detachment of a sharp, metal snap from an infant’s garment poses several critical safety concerns:
- Immediate Choking Hazard: The detached metal snap is a small part that can easily be swallowed by an infant, particularly those in the 6-12 month age range who often explore objects by putting them in their mouths. Choking is a leading cause of accidental death in young children.
- Injury Risk: The description of the detached piece as “very sharp metal” indicates a potential for cuts or puncture wounds to an infant’s mouth, throat, or digestive tract if ingested or even brought into contact with sensitive skin.
- Risk to Vulnerable Population: Infants and young children are especially vulnerable to such hazards due to their developmental stage, including their tendency to mouth objects and their limited ability to communicate distress or remove foreign objects from their mouths.
- Unpredictable Failure: The fact that the snap detached on a brand new, unwashed garment suggests a potential manufacturing defect or quality control issue that could affect other units of the same product.
What Consumers Should Do
Consumers who own a Gap baby romper, particularly the model identified or similar garments with snaps, should take immediate action to ensure their child’s safety:
- Immediately Cease Use: If you own the “Gap 819900-00-1-0612” romper or any similar Gap baby romper with snaps, immediately stop using the product.
- Inspect Garments Thoroughly: Before dressing your baby, carefully inspect all snaps on baby clothing, especially new items or those that have been frequently used and washed. Look for loose, damaged, or poorly attached snaps.
- Dispose or Return: Do not allow your baby to wear any garment with loose or missing snaps. Contact Gap Inc. for information on returning the product for a refund or replacement. If returning is not an option, dispose of the item safely to prevent accidental use.
- Preventive Measures: Regularly check all baby clothing for small, detachable parts, loose threads, or any signs of wear and tear that could create a hazard.
- Report Incidents: If you experience a similar incident with this or any other product, report it immediately to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) at www.cpsc.gov. Your report helps identify dangerous products and prevent future injuries.
Manufacturer’s Response
On December 16, 2025, Gap Inc. provided a general statement regarding the incident. While they confirmed no direct communication response to the incident report was provided, their official statement indicates: “Gap Inc. is committed to the safety and quality of its products and takes all product safety concerns very seriously. We encourage consumers to contact Gap Inc. Customer Relations at 1-800-427-7895 with any questions or concerns regarding our products.” Consumers with concerns about this or other Gap products are encouraged to use the provided contact number.
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Note: This information is based on incident reports provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you find information that is incorrect, please contact us immediately so we can correct the post to reflect accurate information.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. This article is based on publicly available incident reports. The incidents mentioned have not necessarily been independently verified or adjudicated.