Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Adio Footwear Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 08288 · announced May 28, 2008 · Adio Footwear · 300 units affected
The product
The boy's "Champ Custom" hooded zip fleece sweatshirt (style # 40305.HZB) is white with blue pin-stripes on the front and red panels on the sides. ADIO is spelled out across the front. The sweatshirt was sold in boys' sizes: small, medium, large and x-large.
The hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, and return the item to the place of purchase or to Adio Footwear for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Tilly's and Bob's stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007 for about $40.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Adio Footwear at (800) 995-6069 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.adiofootwear.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.