CPSC recall 07-103, announced February 13, 2007, covers Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings (about 20,000 units). The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Recall contact: call (800) 236-8150.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts and windbreakers sizes S to XL. Hooded sweatshirts included in the recall were sold in pink, white, light blue, yellow, navy and gray. The nylon windbreakers were sold in royal blue, olive, pink, light blue and navy. A tag sewn inside of the garment reads, "Basix USA." Style number PK215, PK218, KPF265, KPF275, or KH185 is printed on the garment's hang tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Vacation Clothing, doing business as Basix
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 07-103
- Units
- About 20,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Discount department stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.
- Importer
- Vacation Clothing, doing business as Basix U.S.A., of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla.
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Basix U.S.A. at (800) 236-8150 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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