Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring
CPSC Recall #06-511 — November 16, 2005
Product
Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring
Description
The recalled sweatshirts were sold in navy and burgundy, and in youth sizes (S, M. L, and XL). The RN Number is 90614, which is located on the collar tag. "A.P.C.O." is a label stitched on the inside of the hood and "Artic Zone" is stitched on the outside of the sweatshirt.
Hazard
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, the CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings of upper garments such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Incidents / Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. In addition, J.C. Penney will also notify all known purchasers by mail to remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt.
Units Affected
About 3,400
Sold At
Exclusively through J.C. Penney's Catalog and Web site from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $25.
Importer
American Public Co., of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured In
Pakistan