Children's Jackets and Hoodies with Drawstrings Recalled by Coolibar Inc. Due to Strangulation Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-06-27). Hazards: strangulation. About 3,000 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08316 |
| Published | 2008-06-27 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Children's Sun Block Jackets and Hoodies |
| Firm named in the title | Coolibar Inc. |
| Firms | Coolibar Inc., of St. Louis Park, Minn. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 3,000 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Coolibar's catalog and www.coolibar.com from March 2005 through April 2008 (hoodies) and from February 2008 through April 2008 (jackets) for between $25 and $40. |
Description
The recalled jackets and hoodies have a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in children's sizes 2 through 12. The jackets were sold in the following colors: tan, stone, bayou blue, crisp blue, white, berry, and citrus. The hoodies were sold in teal, kiwi, mandarin, aloe green, paprika, hibiscus, smokey blue, white, sherbet, cobalt, and stone.
Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket or hoodie to eliminate the hazard, or contact the firm for instructions on returning the garment to the firm for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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