Girls' hooded sleeveless vests
CPSC Recall #10-224 — May 6, 2010
Product
Girls' hooded sleeveless vests
Description
This recall involves girls' hooded sleeveless vests with drawstrings sold in sizes 2 through 10. The vests were sold in two colors: blue with pink flowers and black with white polka dots. Both styles have a fake fur trim around the hood and a black sweater-like knit trim at the armholes and waist. The vests have an interior zipper covered by an exterior flap closure and a sewn-in neck tag that reads "mim-pi."
Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the recalled garments to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the vests to the place of purchase for a store credit.
Units Affected
About 80
Sold At
Children's clothing stores nationwide from January 2009 through December 2009 for about $70.
Manufacturer
MIM-PI USA LLC, of Orlando, Fla.
Manufactured In
China