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Basix U.S.A. Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
Check whether yours is affected, then follow the instructions below.
What’s wrong
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Basix U.S.A. at (800) 236-8150 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The product
This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts and windbreakers sizes S to XL. Hooded sweatshirts included in the recall were sold in pink, white, light blue, yellow, navy and gray. The nylon windbreakers were sold in royal blue, olive, pink, light blue and navy. A tag sewn inside of the garment reads, "Basix USA." Style number PK215, PK218, KPF265, KPF275, or KH185 is printed on the garment's hang tag.
Details
- Units affected
- About 20,000
- Recall date
- February 13, 2007
- Brand
- Vacation Clothing, doing business as Basix U.S.A., of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Discount department stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Basix U.S.A. Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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