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Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings Recalled by Children's Apparel Network Due Strangulation Hazard

U.S. CPSCStrangulationMar 24, 2010
Picture of Recalled Hooded Sweater
Picture of Recalled Hooded Sweater
Picture of Label on Recalled Hooded Sweater
Picture of Label on Recalled Hooded Sweater

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The hooded sweaters have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product 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.

Sold on

Burlington Coat Factory, Pamida and Ross Stores nationwide from June 2008 through November 2008 for about $15.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Children's Apparel Network at (800) 919-1917 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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