CPSC recall 08-177, announced January 31, 2008, covers Girls' Hooded Jackets (about 14,000 units). The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket's hood to eliminate the hazard, or return it for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Apollo Jeans. Recall contact: call (212) 398-6585.
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Which products are included?
The recalled velour jackets have a drawstring at the neck. The jackets are hooded, zip up the front, have a front pocket, and were sold with matching velour pants. The word "DIVA" with rhinestones is displayed across the front of the jackets. They were sold in children's sizes small, medium, large, extra-large and 4, 5, 6, and 6X and came in red, blue and beige colors. "Apollo Active Wear" and either style number 5033gk or 5033gg are printed on the jackets' neck tag.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket's hood to eliminate the hazard, or return it for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Apollo Jeans.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- AJBlue LLC, dba Apollo Jeans
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-177
- Units
- About 14,000
- Manufactured in
- South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Marshalls Stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $15.
- Distributor
- AJBlue LLC, dba Apollo Jeans, of New York, N.Y.
Girls' Hooded Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, call Apollo Jeans collect at (212) 398-6585 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m ET Monday through Friday.
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