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CPSC, Meijer Inc. Announce Recall of Children's Jackets

U.S. CPSCStrangulationNov 24, 2003
Recalled Falls Creek Army Flight Jacket
Recalled Falls Creek Army Flight Jacket

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Hazard

These jackets have hood drawstrings. Children can get entangled and strangled in the drawstrings that catch on objects, including playground equipment, fences and tree branches.

Remedy

Consumers should stop their children from wearing the jacket immediately and contact Meijer for information on how to return the jacket for a full refund. Parents also can remove the drawstring, which will make the jacket safe for children to wear.

Incidents & injuries

Meijer has not received any reports of incidents.

Product description

The recalled Falls Creek Army Flight Jackets are for boys' sizes 4 through 7 and 8 through 18, as well as toddlers' sizes 2T through 5T. These jackets are made of blue or olive nylon fabric and are decorated with assorted patriotic patches on the sleeves, chest and back. The hood is bordered with synthetic brown and tan fur.

Sold on

Meijer stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky sold the jackets, from July 2003 through October 2003, for between $26 and $33.

Contact the company

Consumers may contact Meijer toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or log on to their website at www.meijer.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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