Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by EMH Associates Due to Entrapment Hazard
CPSC recall 09278 · announced July 16, 2009 · Emh Associates · 4,400 units affected
The product
The recalled children's jackets were sold in sizes 7/8 through 16 and have RN number 115036 and style numbers WD36687 or WD36689, which is located on the care label of all garments. The jackets come in turquoise and brown plaid, pink, and orange and brown plaid.
The hazard
The jackets have a drawstring around the waist which can pose an entrapment 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 EMH Associates Inc. for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported.
Sold at: Meijers Stores nationwide in July 2008 for about $15.
Consumer contact: For additional information contact EMH Associates collect at (212) 575-4311 between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.meijer.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.