CPSC recall 08-217, announced March 11, 2008, covers Urgent Gear Micros Boys' Hooded Jackets (about 700 units). The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to Nordstrom or to Urgent Gear for a full refund. Recall contact: call (213) 741-9926, or go to www.urgentgear.com.
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
The CPSC data does not provide a discrete model-number list for this record. Compare the product description and identification details on the official notice.
Style numbers BZAT 718 (Black) / BZAT 722 (Silver) / BZAT 724 (Dark Gray) are printed on a label sewn into the jacket's inner side seam.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Micros boys' 100% cotton jackets. The hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in black with a peace sign patch and a "MCC Micros" patch on the chest, silver with a silver stitched design on the front, and gray with skulls on the front. Style numbers BZAT 718 (Black) / BZAT 722 (Silver) / BZAT 724 (Dark Gray) are printed on a label sewn into the jacket's inner side seam.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to Nordstrom or to Urgent Gear for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Urgent Gear
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-217
- Units
- About 700
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Nordstrom stores nationwide from November 2007 through December 2007 for about $50.
- Importer
- Urgent Gear Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Micros Boys' Hooded Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Urgent Gear collect at (213) 741-9926 ext. 247 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.urgentgear.com
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