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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 31, 2008Highest risk
Girls' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Sold Exclusively at Marshalls Stores
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which poses 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's hood to eliminate the hazard, or return it for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Apollo Jeans.
Who to contact: For additional information, call Apollo Jeans collect at (212) 398-6585 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m ET Monday through Friday.
The product
The recalled velour jackets have a drawstring at the neck. The jackets are hooded, zip up the front, have a front pocket, and were sold with matching velour pants. The word "DIVA" with rhinestones is displayed across the front of the jackets. They were sold in children's sizes small, medium, large, extra-large and 4, 5, 6, and 6X and came in red, blue and beige colors. "Apollo Active Wear" and either style number 5033gk or 5033gg are printed on the jackets' neck tag.
Details
- Units affected
- About 14,000
- Recall date
- January 31, 2008
- Made or distributed by
- AJBlue LLC, dba Apollo Jeans, of New York, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
5033gk
Marshalls Stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $15.
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: “Girls' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Sold Exclusively at Marshalls Stores Recalled by Apollo Jeans 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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