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Entrapment / StrangulationFebruary 4, 2014CPSC #14100

Lion Force Recalls Boys’ Puffer Coats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory

Product
Clothing & Apparel
Units affected
2,400
Remedy
refund

What was recalled

This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood. The coats are 100% nylon on the outer shell with a zip-off hood. The wrist cuffs and waist band are elasticized. There are two front Velcro-flap pockets and an inner stow pocket on the coats. "Lion Force" is printed on the upper left side of the front of the coat and on the sewn on tag at the back of the neck. This recall involves boys' coat sizes 4 through 12.

Hazard

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Injuries

No injuries have been reported.

Made in

China

Where it was sold

  • Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide November 2010 through September 2013 for about $30.

Photos

Front of coatFull coat to show elastic bottom of coat
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