CPSC recall 09-240, announced June 10, 2009, covers Winter Bee Inc. d.b.a. Speedy Children's Hooded Zipper Jackets and Kids Hooded Pullover Jackets (about 80,000 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 Speedy for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 901-8067.
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.
"Speedy" can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.
Which products are included?
This recall involves Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets and hooded pullover jackets with drawstrings. The jackets were sold in various colors (black, white, charcoal gray, heather gray, burgundy, green, royal blue, navy blue, baby blue, red, pink, brown and in sizes S-XXL. "Speedy" can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.
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 Speedy for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Winter Bee Inc. d.b.a. Speedy
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 09-240
- Units
- About 80,000
- Manufactured in
- United States
- Sold at / sales period
- Sportswear and clothing retail stores in the Los Angeles area from December 2004 through December 2008 for about $10.
- Distributor
- Winter Bee Inc. d.b.a. Speedy, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Speedy Children's Hooded Zipper Jackets and Kids Hooded Pullover Jackets
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Speedy toll-free at (888) 901-8067 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
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