CPSC2008-08-06
Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled By Kids with Character Due to Strangulation Hazard
Kids with Character LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either Marshall's retail store or Kids with Character for a full refund.
Sold at
Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2007 through August 2008 for about $25.
Affected count
About 1,200
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Bongo Cheetah Girls' Jackets
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Kids with Character collect at (212) 695-6343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Childrens-Hooded-Jackets-with-Drawstrings-Recalled-By-Kids-with-Character-Due-to-Strangulation-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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