What was recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a recall for specific children’s bath wraps sold under the brand name RH. This action, announced on April 7, 2021, targets three distinct styles of hooded bath wraps designed for young children: the Animal Bath Wrap, the Heathered Plush Bath Wrap, and the Luxe Sherpa Bath Wrap. These products were marketed as cozy, post-bath essentials but were found to violate federal flammability standards intended for children’s sleepwear. The recall encompasses items from the Restoration Hardware brand, identifiable by labels at the neck that read “RH BABY&CHILD” or “baby & child RESTORATION HARDWARE.”
The Animal Bath Wrap is crafted from cotton terry fabric and features hoods sewn with faces resembling various animals, including bunnies (in ivory or petal colors), cats, dogs, dragons, elephants, lions, monkeys, moose, and unicorns. These wraps were available in sizes for 2-3 years, 3-4 years, and 4-5 year olds. The Heathered Plush Bath Wrap is made from a heathered polyester plush fabric and came in blue, gray, lilac, and pink. It was offered in a wider range of sizes, including 18-24 months, 2-3 years, 3-4 years, 4-5 years, 6-7 years, and 8-10 years. The Luxe Sherpa Bath Wrap features a jersey exterior made of a polyester, rayon, and spandex blend with a polyester sherpa fleece lining. Like the Heathered Plush version, it was sold in charcoal, gray, ivory, lilac, navy, and pink, across sizes from 18-24 months up to 8-10 years.
All recalled items include attached belts and patch pockets, adding to their aesthetic appeal but also contributing to the flammability concerns. While the exact number of units sold is not specified in the public record, consumers who purchased these items should check their receipts for the specific SKU or UPC codes listed on RH’s safety recalls page at https://rh.com/content/page.jsp?id=safety-recalls. If you bought one of these products directly from Restoration Hardware, you may have received direct notification, but it is crucial to verify your possession independently.
This recall highlights the importance of understanding that bath wraps, while not strictly sleepwear, can pose significant risks if they do not meet flammability standards. The violation underscores the need for vigilance when purchasing children’s items from any retailer, ensuring that safety certifications are present and current.
The hazard, explained
At the heart of this recall is a fundamental mismatch between the intended use of the product and its physical properties under fire conditions. The recalled RH children’s bath wraps—specifically the Animal, Heathered Plush, and Luxe Sherpa styles—are constructed from materials designed for warmth, softness, and absorbency rather than fire resistance. While these fabrics feel luxurious and cozy against a child’s skin, they fail to meet the federal flammability standards that are legally required for children’s sleepwear. This standard exists because children’s pajamas and sleep-related garments undergo rigorous testing to ensure they do not ignite easily or burn rapidly if exposed to an open flame.
To understand why this is dangerous, it helps to look at how different fabrics behave when touched by fire. Fabrics that comply with safety standards are typically treated with chemical retardants or woven in tight patterns that self-extinguish quickly. In contrast, the materials used in these recalled bath wraps—such as cotton terry, polyester plush, and sherpa fleece—are inherently more susceptible to ignition. If a child wearing one of these wraps were to come into contact with a flame source, such as a candle, a fireplace spark, or even static electricity near a heater, the fabric could catch fire much faster than compliant sleepwear would.
The danger is compounded by the nature of the harm itself. Once ignited, these non-compliant fabrics can burn with intense heat and speed, potentially causing severe burn injuries before the flame can be extinguished. Children’s skin is thinner and more delicate than an adult’s, meaning that even brief exposure to fire or extreme heat from burning fabric can result in deeper, more serious injuries. The hooded design of these bath wraps adds another layer of risk, as flames near the head and face can lead to critical injuries to sensitive areas like the eyes, nose, and throat.
It is important to note that while this recall was triggered by a violation of flammability standards rather than reported incidents, the potential for harm is real. The CPSC enforces these rules not because every faulty product has already caused injury, but because the physics of the materials involved make accidental ignition and rapid burning a significant possibility in any home environment where children play or sleep. By removing these items from circulation, RH is addressing a latent risk that could have turned a minor household accident into a tragedy.
Who is most at risk
The primary group affected by this recall is very young children, specifically those who wear the recalled hooded bath wraps from RH in sizes ranging from 18 months to 10 years old. These products were designed for infants and toddlers transitioning out of diapers, a demographic that inherently requires extra caution regarding product safety. The risk is not limited to just the child wearing the garment; it extends to anyone who interacts closely with the child during bath time or drying routines, although the direct physical danger is borne by the wearer.
The specific vulnerability here stems from the intersection of two factors: the developmental stage of the child and the material properties of the recalled items. Young children have thin, delicate skin that burns much faster and more severely than adult skin. When a flammable fabric ignites, it can cause deep tissue damage in seconds. Furthermore, children in this age group (18 months to 5 years) often have limited mobility or impulse control. If a bath wrap catches fire—whether from a nearby candle, heater, or kitchen stove—a child may not instinctively know how to remove the garment or escape the flame quickly. The hooded design, while cute with its animal faces and plush textures, can also obscure vision or get tangled, potentially delaying a reaction to danger.
While no incidents have been reported yet, the potential for harm is significant because these wraps are worn close to the body after a bath, when children might be near heat sources like radiators or fireplaces to warm up. The flammability violation means the fabric lacks the necessary treatment or density to resist ignition or slow burn propagation. This puts every child who has ever worn this item at risk, regardless of their current age, as old inventory could still be in use by families with younger siblings or stored for future use.
Parents and caregivers are also indirectly at risk due to the emotional and logistical burden of discovering a safety hazard after the fact. The stress of realizing a beloved item from a premium brand is dangerous can be overwhelming. Additionally, if you have kept these wraps for hand-me-downs or resale, the risk persists long after the initial purchase date. It is crucial to recognize that "safe storage" does not eliminate the flammability hazard; it only delays exposure. Therefore, anyone who has purchased these items, regardless of when they bought them, falls into the at-risk category until the item is properly returned or disposed of according to official guidelines.
Finally, while the recall targets children, adults handling these garments should also be cautious. If you are washing or inspecting the wraps, ensure they are kept away from open flames or high-heat drying methods until you confirm their status. The risk is not just about who wears them, but about how they are stored and handled in a home environment where fire hazards might exist.
How to tell if you have the recalled item
Identifying whether your child’s bath wrap is part of this specific recall requires a careful look at the garment itself, its labels, and your original purchase records. Because RH has issued this recall due to flammability concerns, it is crucial that you do not rely on general descriptions alone. Instead, you need to verify three key elements: the style name, the size range, and the specific SKU or UPC code associated with the product. The recall covers three distinct styles of hooded children’s bath wraps manufactured by RH: the Animal Bath Wrap, the Heathered Plush Bath Wrap, and the Luxe Sherpa Bath Wrap. Each of these styles has unique fabric compositions, color options, and sizing structures that help distinguish them from one another.
First, examine the hood and exterior design. If your wrap features an attached face on the hood resembling a Bunny (in ivory or petal colors), cat, dog, dragon, elephant, lion, monkey, moose, or unicorn, it is likely the Animal Bath Wrap. These are made of cotton terry fabric and were sold in sizes 2-3 years, 3-4 years, and 4-5 years. If your wrap is made of heathered polyester plush fabric and comes in blue, gray, lilac, or pink, it is a Heathered Plush Bath Wrap. These were available in a wider range of sizes: 18-24 months, 2-3 years, 3-4 years, 4-5 years, 6-7 years, and 8-10 years. Finally, if the wrap has a jersey exterior made of a polyester, rayon, and spandex blend with a polyester sherpa fleece lining, and is available in charcoal, gray, ivory, lilac, navy, or pink, it is a Luxe Sherpa Bath Wrap. These also came in sizes 18-24 months through 8-10 years.
To confirm your item is part of this recall, you must check the sewn-in label located at the neck of the garment. Look for the "RH BABY&CHILD" or "baby & child RESTORATION HARDWARE" branding. More importantly, locate the SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) or UPC (Universal Product Code) printed on your original purchase receipt or, if available, on the product’s packaging. This alphanumeric code is the definitive identifier. You can cross-reference this number against the official list of recalled SKUs and UPCs posted by RH at https://rh.com/content/page.jsp?id=safety-recalls. If you cannot find your original receipt, RH is contacting all known purchasers directly, but having the SKU from your receipt ensures you are checking against the correct data set for this specific flammability violation.
What to do — step by step
If you own one of the recalled RH children’s bath wraps, the most important thing you can do right now is to stop using the product immediately. Because these items fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, they pose a genuine risk of burn injuries if they come into contact with open flames or heat sources. Please do not let a child wear or use the wrap again until you have resolved this issue through the official recall process. Your safety and peace of mind are worth more than keeping an item that does not meet safety regulations. Once you have secured the product away from any children, your next step is to contact RH to initiate the remedy. The company has committed to contacting all known purchasers directly, but it is best to reach out yourself to ensure your claim is processed smoothly. You can call their dedicated toll-free number at 833-917-3405. Their customer service team is available from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time on weekdays, and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time on weekends. Alternatively, you may send an email to recall@rh.com or visit www.rh.com and click on "Safety Recalls" at the bottom of the page for more detailed information and support. When you speak with RH or submit your claim online, you will need to provide specific details to verify that your item is part of this recall. Please have your purchase receipt ready, as the SKU or UPC code located there is essential for identifying the product. You can also find a list of affected SKUs and UPCs on the RH website’s Safety Recalls page. Be prepared to describe the style of your bath wrap, whether it is the Animal Bath Wrap made of cotton terry with animal faces on the hood, the Heathered Plush Bath Wrap in polyester plush, or the Luxe Sherpa Bath Wrap with its jersey exterior and sherpa fleece lining. Providing the size and color will also help them locate your record quickly. After verification, RH will process your remedy. You have two main options depending on your preference and documentation. First, you can request a full refund of the purchase price if you have proof of what you paid. Second, if you cannot determine or provide your exact purchase price, RH offers credit amounts based on the specific style: $35 for the Animal Bath Wrap, $32 for the Heathered Bath Wrap, and $39 for the Sherpa Bath Wrap. Choose the option that works best for your situation and follow the instructions provided by the representative to complete the transaction.Your refund, repair, or replacement options
The good news is that Restoration Hardware (RH) has established a straightforward and consumer-friendly remedy for this recall. Because the bath wraps cannot be safely modified to meet federal flammability standards, the company is not offering repairs or replacements with safer materials. Instead, the primary option available to you is a full refund of your original purchase price. This approach ensures that you are not out of pocket for a product that poses a potential burn risk, allowing you to replace it with a different item that meets all safety regulations.
If you have kept your original receipt or order confirmation, the process is quite simple. You will receive a refund equal to the exact amount you paid. This means if you bought an Animal Bath Wrap for $50, you get $50 back. If you purchased a Heathered Plush Bath Wrap, you receive that specific purchase price refunded. Similarly, the Luxe Sherpa Bath Wrap will be refunded at the price you originally paid. RH is handling this directly, so you do not need to navigate complex third-party return policies or wait for store credit that might have expiration dates.
We understand that in the passage of time, it is common for physical receipts to get lost in drawers or for digital records to be difficult to locate. If you cannot find your purchase price, RH has provided a generous fallback option to ensure you are still fully compensated. In this case, they will provide credit based on standard values for each style: $35 for the Animal Bath Wrap, $32 for the Heathered Bath Wrap, and $39 for the Sherpa Bath Wrap. This ensures that even without proof of purchase, you receive a fair amount that reflects the value of the product.
To initiate this process, you should contact RH directly through one of their dedicated recall channels. You can call their toll-free number at 833-917-3405. Their customer service team is available Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific Time, and on weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time. Alternatively, you may send an email to recall@rh.com for written correspondence. For additional information or to start the claim online, visit www.rh.com and scroll to the bottom of the page to click on "Safety Recalls." RH is also proactively contacting all known purchasers directly, so keep an eye out for their communication as well.
When you contact them, have your SKU or UPC number ready if you have it. These numbers are located on your purchase receipt. If you do not have the receipt, the credit options mentioned above will apply regardless. The goal is to make this process as low-stress as possible for you, so please reach out using the method that feels most comfortable. Once you have received your refund or credit, please stop using the recalled bath wraps immediately and dispose of them safely, ensuring no other family members or children can access them.
What can happen if you ignore it
It is completely understandable why a parent or caregiver might hesitate to discard a beloved item from Restoration Hardware. These bath wraps are designed with soft, luxurious materials like cotton terry and sherpa fleece, featuring charming animal faces on the hoods that children often adore. The impulse to keep using them for its convenience and comfort is strong, especially during the busy routine of a post-bath bedtime ritual. However, ignoring this recall carries a specific and serious physical risk that stems not from the softness of the fabric, but from its chemical treatment—or lack thereof. Because these wraps fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, they do not possess the necessary flame-resistant properties required for items worn close to the body while resting.
The primary danger in continuing to use these recalled bath wraps is the significantly increased risk of burn injuries. Children’s skin is much thinner and more sensitive than that of adults, meaning that even brief exposure to flames can cause severe damage. The hazard here is not about everyday wear and tear; it is about how the material reacts when exposed to an ignition source. In a home environment, potential sources of fire are numerous and often overlooked: a lit candle on a nearby dresser, a space heater positioned too close to the crib or chair, a spark from a fireplace, or even static electricity in dry winter air. While the wrap may not spontaneously combust, its failure to meet safety standards means it can ignite more easily than compliant garments and burn with greater intensity.
If a child wearing one of these wraps were to come into contact with a small flame, the consequences could be devastating. The material could catch fire rapidly, leading to burns that require extensive medical treatment and potentially long-term physical therapy. Even though no incidents or injuries have been reported to date, this silence is not an indication of safety; it simply means that bad luck has not yet struck. Relying on the absence of reported injuries is a dangerous gamble when the physical properties of the product are known to be non-compliant with life-saving regulations.
Beyond the immediate physical trauma, ignoring the recall can lead to emotional distress and logistical complications. If an injury were to occur, it would likely result in significant medical bills and time away from normal activities. Furthermore, by continuing to use the product, you are also missing out on the remedy offered by RH. The company has committed to providing a full refund or specific credit amounts ($35 for the Animal Bath Wrap, $32 for the Heathered Bath Wrap, or $39 for the Sherpa Bath Wrap) if your original purchase price is unknown. Choosing to keep the wrap means you are effectively choosing to pay full retail value for an item that has been deemed unsafe, rather than reclaiming your money to purchase a safer alternative. The risk of a preventable accident far outweighs the temporary convenience of keeping the current item.