In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Coolibar Inc., of St. Louis Park, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Children’s Sun Block Jackets and Hoodies. The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Recall Details
Product
Children’s Sun Block Jackets and Hoodies
Description
The recalled jackets and hoodies have a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in children’s sizes 2 through 12. The jackets were sold in the following colors: tan, stone, bayou blue, crisp blue, white, berry, and citrus. The hoodies were sold in teal, kiwi, mandarin, aloe green, paprika, hibiscus, smokey blue, white, sherbet, cobalt, and stone.
Hazards
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued
guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Incidents
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket or hoodie to eliminate the hazard, or contact the firm for instructions on returning the garment to the firm for a full refund.