TK Maxx and Homesense recall American Princess & Couture Princess dresses due to injury risk
TJX Ireland Unlimited Company is recalling American Princess & Couture Princess Occasion Dresses due to a risk of injuries. The dresses have a plastic wire in the hem that may become exposed, creating a potential entanglement or trip hazard.
- Product
- Occasion Dresses
- Retailer
- TK Maxx and Homesense
- What to do
- Customers should stop using the product immediately and return it to any TK Maxx or Homesense store for a full refund.
TK Maxx and Homesense are recalling certain models of American Princess and Couture Princess Occasion Dresses. The recall is due to a safety concern where a plastic wire in the hem of the dresses may become exposed and protrude, which could lead to injuries from entanglement or tripping.
Approximately 1,617 of these dresses were sold in TK Maxx stores in the Republic of Ireland between March and April 2026. All models featuring a wired hem are included in this recall.
Customers are advised to stop using the affected dresses immediately and return them to any TK Maxx or Homesense store for a full refund. For any additional questions regarding this recall, customers can reach out to TK Maxx via email or phone.
From the official notice
Notice details Publication date: 18 May 2026 TJX Ireland Unlimited Company t/a TK Maxx and Homesense is carrying out a recall of American Princess & Couture Princess Occasion Dresses. The product presents a risk of injuries. The dress contains a plastic wire in the hem which may become exposed and protrude, creating a potential entanglement or trip hazard. The brands are American Princess and…
Read the full notice at Competition & Consumer Protection Commission →
Frequently asked questions
Is Occasion Dresses being recalled in Ireland?
Yes. TJX Ireland Unlimited Company is recalling American Princess & Couture Princess Occasion Dresses due to a risk of injuries. The dresses have a plastic wire in the hem that may become exposed, creating a potential entanglement or trip hazard.
Why is Occasion Dresses being recalled?
The recall relates to a other hazard. TJX Ireland Unlimited Company is recalling American Princess & Couture Princess Occasion Dresses due to a risk of injuries. The dresses have a plastic wire in the hem that may become exposed, creating a potential entanglement or trip hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Customers should stop using the product immediately and return it to any TK Maxx or Homesense store for a full refund.
Where was Occasion Dresses sold?
It was sold via TK Maxx and Homesense.
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