Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Jason Evans Associates Due to Strangulation Hazard
Children’s Hooded Jackets
Date of Recall
2009-05-07CPSC Release Number
09-213Manufactured In
PakistanCompany Phone Number
(888) 683-0063Units
About 1,300Importer
Jason Evans Assoc. LLC, of Hewlett, N.Y.Sold By
Burlington Coat Factory from September 2006 through April 2009 for about $17.Problem/Hazard
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose 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.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recalled children’s jacket has a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in boy sizes 4, 5, 6 and 7 in colors black/grey. The RN number 30842 printed in the center back neck and style number 1708 is printed on the hangtag on the center back neck.Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Jason Evans Associates for a full refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, please contact Jason Evans Associates toll-free at (888) 683-0063 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday.Recall Comments
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