Lion Force Recalls Boys’ Puffer Coats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory
What's being recalled
Lion Force Boys' Puffer Coats
Units: About 2,400
This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood. The coats are 100% nylon on the outer shell with a zip-off hood. The wrist cuffs and waist band are elasticized. There are two front Velcro-flap pockets and an inner stow pocket on the coats. "Lion Force" is printed on the upper left side of the front of the coat and on the sewn on tag at the back of the neck. This recall involves boys' coat sizes 4 through 12.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
No injuries have been reported.
What CPSC says to do
Refund
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force Inc. for a full refund.
How to contact the company
Lion Force toll-free at (855) 441-5466, 24-hours a day, every day.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 14100, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.