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Product recall · CPSCAugust 28, 2008Highest risk
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young 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.
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What to do
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumer can return the garments to the place of purchase for a refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Outfitter Trading Company at (800) 875-4352 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.shirtoffmyback.com
The product
The recalled garments were sold in children's sizes small, medium and large in the following colors: white, ivory, red, black, navy, brown, green, charcoal, blue, and pink. "BAC" is printed on the sewn-in tag on some of the garments. "Breckenridge", "Keystone", "Jackson Hole", "Vail", "Steamboat", and "Mackinac Island" is printed on the front of the garments.
Details
- Units affected
- About 43,000
- Recall date
- August 28, 2008
- Brand
- Orioxi International Corp., of Brea, Calif.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Shirt off My Back retail stores located in Colorado, Wyoming, and Michigan from September 2005 through May 2008 for between $20 and $30.
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 Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International 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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