Recalls / 2008-12-23
Foursquare Recalls Hooded Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
09072 · Recalled 2008-12-23 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves the Foursquare hooded jackets with drawstrings in boys' and girls' sizes XS, S, M, L, and XL. The jackets come in various colors and patterns and have a logo showing four adjacent, vertically offset squares on the sleeve, waist, breast and/or back of the jacket, depending on the specific model.
Hazards
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Reported injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact Foursquare for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Foursquare Hooded Jackets | About 12,800 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Foursquare Outerwear, of Irvine, Calif.
- Made in
- Taiwan
- Sold at
- Snowboard, ski, sportswear from June 2008 through November 2008 for about $125.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Foursquare toll-free at (877) 327-4484 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, visit Foursquare's Web site at www.foursquareouterwear.com, or e-mail the firm at info@theprogram.com
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Source: CPSC recall 09072. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.