Steve & Barry's University Recalls Children's Outerwear with Drawstring Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 06076 · announced January 26, 2006 · Steve & Barry's University Sportswear · 334,000 units affected
The product
The recalled garments are various color jackets, coats, sweatshirts and sweaters, sold in youth sizes up to size 12 with drawstrings through the hood. Many of the sweatshirts have the names of colleges and universities written on them. A tag sewn on the garment reads, "Steve & Barry's Quality Athletic Goods." The style numbers are 15178, 16105, 16168, 16230, 16231, 16257, 16509, 17197, 17285 and 18346, which is written on a collar or side label.
The hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Steve & Barry's University Sportswear stores nationwide from January 2004 through December 2005 for between $6 and $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Steve & Barry's University Sportswear toll-free at (877) 866-7776 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.steveandbarrys.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.