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Product recall · CPSCJune 27, 2008Highest risk
Children's Jackets and Hoodies with Drawstrings
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
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What to do
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket or hoodie to eliminate the hazard, or contact the firm for instructions on returning the garment to the firm for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Coolibar Inc. toll-free at (866) 266-5422 between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, visit the firm's Web site at www.coolibar.com, or email the firm at recall@coolibar.com
The product
The recalled jackets and hoodies have a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in children's sizes 2 through 12. The jackets were sold in the following colors: tan, stone, bayou blue, crisp blue, white, berry, and citrus. The hoodies were sold in teal, kiwi, mandarin, aloe green, paprika, hibiscus, smokey blue, white, sherbet, cobalt, and stone.
Details
- Units affected
- About 3,000
- Recall date
- June 27, 2008
- Brand
- Coolibar Inc., of St. Louis Park, Minn.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Coolibar's catalog and www.coolibar.com from March 2005 through April 2008 (hoodies) and from February 2008 through April 2008 (jackets) for between $25 and $40.
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 Jackets and Hoodies with Drawstrings Recalled by Coolibar Inc. 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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