Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Weeplay Kids Due to Strangulation Hazard
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall (2010-02-18). Hazards: strangulation. About 11,800 units in the US.
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 10142 |
| Published | 2010-02-18 |
| Last updated | 2014-05-23 |
| Product category | Clothing (Children) |
| Products | Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings |
| Firm named in the title | Weeplay Kids |
| Firms | Weeplay Kids LLC, of New York, N.Y. (distributor) |
| Manufactured in | China, Pakistan |
| Units (US) | 11,800 |
| Hazard classes | strangulation |
| Remedy classes | refund |
| Sold | Small retail stores nationwide from February 2008 through November 2008 for between $5 and $22. |
Description
This recall involves girl's sweatshirts sold under the Candy Queen and Akademiks brand names. Sweatshirts included in this recall have style numbers Q37519, A22090, A393343-3, A79405-226 and A79462-1. The sweatshirts were sold in sizes 2T through 16.
Hazard
The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to Weeplay Kids or the place of purchase for a full refund.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
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