If you want to be the Caped Crusader, you’re going to need a nifty utility belt, some cool gadgets and a slick, stealthy car that drives itself.
But it seems some young Batman-wannabes might have to put their crime-fighting plans on hold, and hang up their capes.
This is because Ikea has recalled its Lattjo Bat cape after reports of three children that suffered “marks and scratches” on their necks while using the capes.
In these instances, the cape got stuck and did not detach easily from the neck of the children, said the Swedish home decor company in a statement on Wednesday (April 6).
Not exactly the best scenario if Batman ever needed a quick costume change, even if Robin was around to help.
But the good news is that no injuries which required medical treatment have been reported globally, but due to the risk of strangulation or injuries to the neck, Ikea has taken the precautionary measure to recall the product.
Ikea, which says it has a zero tolerance with regards to child safety, urges customers who have the Lattjo Bat cape to immediately stop children from playing with it and to bring it back to any Ikea store for a full refund. Proof of purchase is not required.
Business area manager at Children’s Ikea Ms Cindy Andersen said: “Our investigation after the reports from customers has not only identified that the fastening on the cape does not detach easily enough, it has shown us that we need clear Ikea requirements when it comes to this type of fastening.”
The Lattjo Bat cape has been sold on all Ikea markets except Russia and Indonesia since November 2015.
Ikea apologises for any inconvenience caused, added the statement.
Sorry kids (and some adults), putting the Joker behind bars will just have to wait.
For more information, please contact Ikea’s customer relations at 6786-6868.
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