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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Winter Bee Due To Strangulation Hazard

U.S. CPSCStrangulationJun 10, 2009
Recalled Hooded Zipper Jacket
Recalled Hooded Zipper Jacket
Recalled Hooded Pullover Jacket
Recalled Hooded Pullover Jacket

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Hazard

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

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Speedy for a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

None reported.

Product description

This recall involves Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets and hooded pullover jackets with drawstrings. The jackets were sold in various colors (black, white, charcoal gray, heather gray, burgundy, green, royal blue, navy blue, baby blue, red, pink, brown and in sizes S-XXL. "Speedy" can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.

Sold on

Sportswear and clothing retail stores in the Los Angeles area from December 2004 through December 2008 for about $10.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Speedy toll-free at (888) 901-8067 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT 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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