Bobens Trading Recalls Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts With Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-02-18). Hazards: strangulation. About 3,900 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10140 |
| Published | 2010-02-18 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings |
| Firm named in the title | Bobens Trading |
| Firms | Bobens Trading Co. Inc., of Hicksville, N.Y. (importer) |
| Manufactured in | China |
| Units (US) | 3,900 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from November 2007 to September 2009 from about $8.00 to $20.00. |
Description
The recall involves "Old Skool" girls' hoodie sweatshirts with long and short sleeves in sizes S - XL and in a variety of colors and designs. The neck seam label reads "Old Skool" and includes the garment size. The recalled style numbers GC5810, GV105, GV104 and GF254, were printed on the hang tags along with the price.
Hazard
The hooded zip sweatshirts 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 Bobens Trading Co. Inc., for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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