Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings
CPSC Recall #10-180 — March 23, 2010
Product
Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings
Description
The hooded sweaters were sold as part of a 3-piece set with knit shirt and corduroy pants. The girls' acrylic sweater has flower appliqués and embroidery. A Young Hearts label in the neck seam has RN# 16435. The sweaters were sold in sizes 2-4T and 4-6X.
Hazard
The hooded sweaters have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Incidents / Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 9,700
Sold At
Burlington Coat Factory, Pamida and Ross Stores nationwide from June 2008 through November 2008 for about $15.
Manufacturer
Children's Apparel Network, Ltd. of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In
China