Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Jason Evans Associates Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 09213 · announced May 7, 2009 · Jason Evans Assoc · 1,300 units affected
The product
The recalled children's jacket has a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in boy sizes 4, 5, 6 and 7 in colors black/gray. The RN number 30842 printed in the center back neck and style number 1708 is printed on the hangtag on the center back neck.
The hazard
The jackets 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 jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Jason Evans Associates for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Burlington Coat Factory from September 2006 through April 2009 for about $17.
Consumer contact: For additional information, please contact Jason Evans Associates toll-free at (888) 683-0063 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.