Recalls / 2009-03-25
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Rusty North America Due to Strangulation Hazard
09168 · Recalled 2009-03-25 · CPSC page
Description
The boys' hooded fleece sweatshirts were sold with the following names and style numbers printed along with the RN# 123549 located on the country of origin and care label in the center back neck: Industrial R48210106, Continue R48210105, Warp R48210122, and Enuff R38203012. All styles were sold in sizes S-XL and came in a variety of prints and colors including stripes and plaids.
Hazards
The sweatshirts 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 from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Rusty North America for a full refund.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts | 635 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Rusty North America, of Irvine, Calif.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- The following retailers sold these products nationwide, Bunger Kids, Carlsbad Pipelines, Driftwood Beach Shoppe, Farias Surf & Sport, Heritage Surf & Sport, K Five Board Shop, Nomad Surf Shop, Nor'easter Surf Shop, Offshore Surf & Skate, Pitti Bimi, Riders Outlet, Rusty, Shoppers Department Store, Spellbinders, Surf Hut, Third Ave Surf Shop Inc, TJX Companies/Marshalls, Wallerbears Surf & Sport, Wave Riding Vehicles
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Rusty North America toll-free at (877) 857-8789 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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Source: CPSC recall 09168. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.