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Girls' Vests with Drawstrings Recalled by MIM-PI USA Due to Strangulation Hazard

U.S. CPSCStrangulationMay 7, 2010
Picture of Recalled Vest
Picture of Recalled Vest
Picture of Recalled Vest
Picture of Recalled Vest

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

Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

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.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product 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."

Sold on

Children's clothing stores nationwide from January 2009 through December 2009 for about $70.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact MIM-PI USA collect at (407) 492-8361 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mim-pi.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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