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Basix U.S.A. Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

U.S. CPSCStrangulationFeb 13, 2007
Recalled Hooded Sweatshirt
Recalled Hooded Sweatshirt
Recalled Hooded Sweatshirt
Recalled Hooded Sweatshirt
Recalled Hooded Windbreaker
Recalled Hooded Windbreaker

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

Hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts and windbreakers sizes S to XL. Hooded sweatshirts included in the recall were sold in pink, white, light blue, yellow, navy and gray. The nylon windbreakers were sold in royal blue, olive, pink, light blue and navy. A tag sewn inside of the garment reads, "Basix USA." Style number PK215, PK218, KPF265, KPF275, or KH185 is printed on the garment's hang tag.

Sold on

Discount department stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Basix U.S.A. at (800) 236-8150 between 9 a.m. and 5 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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