CPSC Recalls

Recalls / 2007-12-21

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Liberty Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

08146 · Recalled 2007-12-21 · CPSC page

Recalled Sweatshirt
Recalled Sweatshirt

Description

The Jewel brand girls' zippered hoodie sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in two styles: the "Big Heart" zip-up long sleeve hoodie sweatshirts (style #J2173k/sk) in black, light pink and purple colors, and the "Small Stars" long sleeve hoodie jacket sweatshirts (style #J2174k/sk) in green, khaki, navy and orange colors. Both styles were sold in small, medium, large, extra-large sizes.

Hazards

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Reported injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund.

Products

NameModelUnits
Jewel brand girls' hooded sweatshirtsAbout 12,000

Parties

Distributor
Liberty Apparel Co. Inc., of New York, N.Y.
Made in
India
Sold at
Marshalls, other specialty children's clothing retailers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, call Liberty Apparel Co. collect at (212) 768-3030 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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Source: CPSC recall 08146. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.