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Product recall · CPSCDecember 6, 2007Highest risk
Personal Identity Children’s Sweaters with Drawstrings
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What’s wrong
The recalled sweaters 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 to eliminate the hazard.
Who to contact: For additional information, contact Sears at (800) 659-7026 7 am - 9 pm CT Monday through Friday, 7 am - 6 pm Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sears.com
The product
The recalled sweaters have a V-neck, hood and kangaroo pocket. The sweaters are either pink with charcoal stripes or blue with white stripes. They were sold in the following girls' sizes: small, medium, large, and extra large.
Details
- Units affected
- About 5,200
- Recall date
- December 6, 2007
- Brand
- A & R Knitwear, of New York, N.Y.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Sears stores nationwide during September 2007 for about $34.
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: “Personal Identity Children’s Sweaters with Drawstrings Recalled by Sears 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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