Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by High Energy; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings
CPSC recall 08234 · announced March 28, 2008 · Kidz World Inc., D/b/a High Energy · 5,000 units affected
The product
The recalled boys' sweatshirts are hooded and have a zipper up the front. They were sold in boys' sizes small and medium. The style number, and "High Energy" or "Energy Clothing Company," are printed on the sewn-in neck tag. The following styles are included in this recall. Style Number Color T78311 Tan and brown plaid S78511 S78514 S78515 S78516 White/black, blue/gray, red/navy and other assorted colors S72509 S74509 Navy blue and other assorted colors
The hazard
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact High Energy for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Wal-Mart, Toys "R" Us, Kmart, Target, Atwoods, and Pamida stores nationwide and Internet retailers from September 2007 through March 2008 for about $30.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact High Energy collect at (212) 563-4949 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.