CPSC recall 09-164, announced March 25, 2009, covers Dysfunctional Clothing Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts (about 450 units). The jackets 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 from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Dysfunctional Clothing LLC for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800)-760-3417, or go to www.lostenterprises.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.
Which products are included?
Lost Children's Sweatshirts with drawstring sizes S-XL, RN # 85773. The product name and style numbers are found on the hangtag at the left side seam of the garment.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The jackets 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 from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Dysfunctional Clothing LLC for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Dysfunctional Clothing
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-164
- Units
- About 450
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Macy's, Bloomingdales, Zappo's, and Jacks Surf Shop stores nationwide. The sweatshirts were sold between June 2008 and December 2008 for about $26.
- Distributor
- Dysfunctional Clothing LLC, of Irvine, Calif.
Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Dysfunctional Clothing at (800)-760-3417 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.lostenterprises.com
Verify phone numbers, hours, and websites on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.
Know someone who has one?
Recalls only work when owners hear about them. Send this notice to family or friends who might own the same product.
