CPSC2008-08-06
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Request Jeans Due to Strangulation Hazard
Request Jeans, of New York, N.Y.
Hazard
The hoodies 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 the place of purchase or to Request Jeans to receive a refund.
Sold at
Mass merchandisers and other retail stores nationwide from January 2007 through March 2007 for about $36.
Affected count
About 1,200
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Drawstring Hoodies
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Request Jeans collect at (212) 302-0077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/Childrens-Hooded-Sweatshirts-with-Drawstrings-Recalled-by-Request-Jeans-Due-to-Strangulation-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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