Life is good® Children's Sweatshirts Recalled by RedEnvelope; Garments Have Drawstrings, Pose Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 07158 · announced April 17, 2007 · Independent Trading Co. Of San Clemente, California · 1,200 units affected
The product
The recalled sweatshirts have "LIFE IS GOOD" written on the front in sewn-on letters. They were sold in children's sizes small (6-8), medium (10) and large (12) with drawstrings through the hood. Sweatshirt colors include dark and light blue.
The hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can get information about returning the sweatshirts for a full refund, by contacting RedEnvelope Inc.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: www.RedEnvelope.com from March 2006 through March 2007 for about $35.
Consumer contact: For additional information, call RedEnvelope Inc. toll-free at (877) 733-3683 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.RedEnvelope.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.