Umbro Boys' Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled; Waist Drawstrings Pose Entrapment Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Ross Stores
CPSC recall 12130 · announced March 8, 2012 · Hong Kong Genexy Group Co · 240 units affected
The product
This recall involves boys' nylon jackets sold in sizes medium to extra large that can fit children through size 14. "Umbro" is printed on the front upper right side of the jackets. The bottom of the jacket has a drawstring with toggles. The jackets were sold in five color combinations: black, black/royal, black/Tabasco, black/cedar, and navy.
The hazard
The boys' jacket has a retractable elastic drawstring at the waist with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which poses an entrapment hazard to children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring and return the jacket to Umbro for a full refund. Remedy type: Refund
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Ross Stores nationwide from April 2011 through January 2012 for about $8.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Umbro toll-free at (866) 217-6800 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.umbro.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.