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Product recall · CPSCMay 8, 2012Highest risk
Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
The notice asks people to return it — see below for how.
What’s wrong
The sweatshirts 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 to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to a dd's Discounts store for a full refund.
Who to contact: For additional information, please contact LANY Group toll-free at (855) 691-7662 between 8 a.m. through 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
The product
The girls' sweatshirts zip up the front and have a hood with a drawstring. The sweatshirts are red with gold hearts, stars and crowns. They were sold in children's sizes 4T through 12. "Goddess" is printed on a label at the neck.
Details
- Units affected
- About 210
- Recall date
- May 8, 2012
- Brand
- LANY Group LLC, of New York, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
dd's Discounts stores nationwide from October 2011 through January 2012 for about $6.
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 Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by LANY Group Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts”
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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