Foursquare Recalls Hooded Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 09072 · announced December 23, 2008 · Foursquare Outerwear · 12,800 units affected
The product
This recall involves the Foursquare hooded jackets with drawstrings in boys' and girls' sizes XS, S, M, L, and XL. The jackets come in various colors and patterns and have a logo showing four adjacent, vertically offset squares on the sleeve, waist, breast and/or back of the jacket, depending on the specific model.
The hazard
The jackets have a drawstring through the 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 Foursquare for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Snowboard, ski and sportswear stores nationwide from June 2008 through November 2008 for about $125.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Foursquare toll-free at (877) 327-4484 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, visit Foursquare's Web site at www.foursquareouterwear.com, or e-mail the firm at info@theprogram.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.