Entrapment / StrangulationMarch 25, 2009CPSC #09164
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Dysfunctional Clothing Due to Strangulation Hazard
Brand
Unknown
Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
450
Remedy
refund
What was recalled
Lost Children's Sweatshirts with drawstring sizes S-XL, RN # 85773. The product name and style numbers are found on the hangtag at the left side seam of the garment.
Hazard
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Injuries
None reported.
Made in
China
Where it was sold
- Macy's, Bloomingdales, Zappo's, and Jacks Surf Shop stores nationwide. The sweatshirts were sold between June 2008 and December 2008 for about $26.
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