Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Winter Bee Due To Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 09240 · announced June 10, 2009 · Winter Bee Inc. D.b.a. Speedy · 80,000 units affected
The product
This recall involves Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets and hooded pullover jackets with drawstrings. The jackets were sold in various colors (black, white, charcoal gray, heather gray, burgundy, green, royal blue, navy blue, baby blue, red, pink, brown and in sizes S-XXL. "Speedy" can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.
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 sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Speedy for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Sportswear and clothing retail stores in the Los Angeles area from December 2004 through December 2008 for about $10.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Speedy toll-free at (888) 901-8067 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT 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.