CPSC recall 08-234, announced March 28, 2008, covers Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts (about 5,000 units). The sweatshirts have a drawstring through hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact High Energy for a full refund. Recall contact: call (212) 563-4949.
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Which products are included?
The recalled boys' sweatshirts are hooded and have a zipper up the front. They were sold in boys' sizes small and medium. The style number, and "High Energy" or "Energy Clothing Company," are printed on the sewn-in neck tag. The following styles are included in this recall. Style Number Color T78311 Tan and brown plaid S78511 S78514 S78515 S78516 White/black, blue/gray, red/navy and other assorted colors S72509 S74509 Navy blue and other assorted colors
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or contact High Energy for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Kidz World Inc., d/b/a High Energy
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 08-234
- Units
- About 5,000
- Manufactured in
- Pakistan, Egypt, South Korea
- Sold at / sales period
- Wal-Mart, Toys "R" Us, Kmart, Target, Atwoods, and Pamida stores nationwide and Internet retailers from September 2007 through March 2008 for about $30.
- Distributor
- Kidz World Inc., d/b/a High Energy USA, of New York, N.Y.
Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact High Energy collect at (212) 563-4949 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
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