Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings Recalled by Children's Apparel Network Due Strangulation Hazard
What's being recalled
Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings
Units: About 9,700
The hooded sweaters were sold as part of a 3-piece set with knit shirt and corduroy pants. The girls' acrylic sweater has flower appliqués and embroidery. A Young Hearts label in the neck seam has RN# 16435. The sweaters were sold in sizes 2-4T and 4-6X.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The hooded sweaters have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
None reported.
What CPSC says to do
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase for a full refund.
How to contact the company
For additional information, contact Children's Apparel Network at (800) 919-1917 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 10180, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.