CPSC2005-11-17
CPSC, American Public Company Announce Recall of Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold by J.C. Penney
American Public Co., of New York, N.Y.
Hazard
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. In addition, J.C. Penney will also notify all known purchasers by mail to remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt.
Sold at
Exclusively through J.C. Penney's Catalog and Web site from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $25.
Affected count
About 3,400
Injuries reported
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Pakistan
Products
Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring
Consumer contact
For additional information, consumers can contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (800) 222-6161 anytime, or visit the Web site at www.jcpenney.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/CPSC-American-Public-Company-Announce-Recall-of-Boys-Hooded-Sweatshirts-with-Drawstrings-Sold-by-JC-Penney-Don't want to check this manually?
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