Vans Recalls Boy's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC recall 14015 · announced November 7, 2013 · Vans · 2,400 units affected
The product
This recall involves Vans' AV Edict hooded jackets for boys. They were sold in boy's sizes S, M, L and XL and made from black cotton or black canvas with a drawstring through the hood. "Vans®" is printed on a tab above the jacket's left front pocket. An intertwined "AV" logo is embroidered in black beneath the lower right pocket and also appears on the jacket's snaps. "Vans®," "OFF THE WALL®" and an intertwined "AV" logo is sewn on a label inside neck of the jacket.
The hazard
The jackets have drawstrings in the hood around the neck area that pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should take the recalled jackets away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or for a repair. Remedy type: Refund Repair
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): None reported
Sold at: Vans stores nationwide and online at vans.com from September 2012 through September 2013 for about $90.
Consumer contact: Vans Inc. at (800) 817-0618 anytime or online at www.vans.com and click on Recall Info for more information.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.