CPSC recall 06-138, announced April 13, 2006, covers Trendset Originals Who's That Girl! Sweaters (about 1,700 units). A drawstring is threaded through the hood of the garment, posing a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the hooded drawstring sweater to the store where purchased, for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 908-8308, go to www.trendsetny.com, or email customer-service@trendsetny.com.
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The recalled girls' hooded sweaters are pink, blue and white and have a label that reads "Who's That Girl!" The R/N number is 48829, printed on the inside neck tag of the garment.
Why it was recalled
A drawstring is threaded through the hood of the garment, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the hooded drawstring sweater to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Trendset Originals
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 06-138
- Units
- About 1,700
- Manufactured in
- Bangladesh
- Sold at / sales period
- Exclusively at Gordman's Department stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $10.
- Distributor
- Trendset Originals, of New York, N.Y.
Who's That Girl! Sweaters
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Trendset at (800) 908-8308 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Trendset's Web site at www.trendsetny.com, or e-mail the firm at customer-service@trendsetny.com
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