Prairie Mountain Inc. Recalls Youth Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 11097 · announced January 13, 2011 · Prairie Mountain · 6,200 units affected
The product
The recalled Youth Rip Stop hooded wind rain jackets are lightweight jackets sold in sizes 2/4, 6/8, 10/12 and 14/16 in red, Royal (blue), and Leaf (green).
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 jacket hood to eliminate the hazard, or contact Prairie Mountain for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Vacation gift shops nationwide from February 2010 through July 2010 for about $20.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Prairie Mountain at (800) 370-4941 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.prairiemountain.net or e-mail the firm at mikegaler@prairiemountain.net
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.