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JD Fine & Company Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

U.S. CPSCStrangulationMay 4, 2010
Picture of Recalled Sweatshirt
Picture of Recalled Sweatshirt
Picture of Recalled Sweatshirt
Picture of Recalled Sweatshirt
Picture of Recalled Sweatshirt
Picture of Recalled Sweatshirt

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

Hazard

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

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the product to the store where purchased for a refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves hooded sweatshirts sold under the "Sweet Tart" brand name in three styles: G80072873C in navy with rhinestones in the shape of a star; G80072874M in pink with rhinestones in the shape of a peace sign; and G80072875F in gray with rhinestones in the shape of a heart. The sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes XS, S, M and L and the name "Sweet Tart" can be found on the neck label.

Sold on

Saks Off 5th Avenue outlet stores from July 2009 to April 2010.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact JD Fine & Company collect at (925) 521-3300 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.sweettartgirl.com

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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