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Product recall · CPSCAugust 6, 2008Highest risk
Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
The Recall Registry rates this highest risk — Strangulation risk.
What it looks like
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Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
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.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Kids with Character collect at (212) 695-6343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
The product
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 1,200
- Recall date
- August 6, 2008
- Made or distributed by
- Kids with Character LLC, of New York, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
8N6003
Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2007 through August 2008 for about $25.
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: “Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled By Kids with Character 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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