Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled By Kids with Character Due to Strangulation Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2008-08-06). Hazards: strangulation. About 1,200 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 08356 |
| Published | 2008-08-06 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Bongo Cheetah Girls' Jackets |
| Firms | Kids with Character LLC, of New York, N.Y. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 1,200 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2007 through August 2008 for about $25. |
Description
The recalled garments are Bongo Cheetah Girls' Jackets with style number 8N6003 and RN number 119132 printed on the care label. The jackets were sold in girls' sizes 4 through 6X.
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.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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