Children's Rain Ponchos with Drawstrings Recalled by Daiso Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 08571 · announced May 12, 2008 · Daiso · 48 units affected
The product
The recalled plastic rain ponchos were sold in yellow or blue and have a drawstring in the hood. Japanese lettering is printed on the packaging.
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 rain ponchos to eliminate the hazard.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Daiso retail stores located in California and Washington states from February 2007 through November 2007 for $1.50.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Daiso LLC toll-free at (866) 768-4620 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.daisollc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.