CPSC recall 10-130, announced February 2, 2010, covers GTM Sportswear Children's Jackets with Drawstrings (about 210,000 units). The children's jackets have drawstrings through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the jackets to their place of purchase or to GTM Sportswear for a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 437-9560, or go to www.gtmsportswear.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.
"GTM Sportswear" is printed on a label sewn in the neck of the garments.
Which products are included?
This recall involves children's hooded nylon jackets in sizes XXS-XL (2T-16) and in various colors. "GTM Sportswear" is printed on a label sewn in the neck of the garments. Styles include Youth Medalist Jacket (YJA180), Youth Legacy Jacket (YJAPT01), Youth Eclipse Jacket (YLJA186), Youth Dominator Jacket (YJA3800), Youth Booster Jacket (YJA150), Youth Achiever Jacket (YJA161).
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The children's jackets have drawstrings 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 jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the jackets to their place of purchase or to GTM Sportswear for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- GTM Sportswear
- Manufacturer
- GTM Sportswear Inc., of Manhattan, Kan.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-130
- Units
- About 210,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- GTM Sportswear, K-State Super Store, and Cats Closet stores in Kansas, other customer screen print and embroidery stores nationwide, on the Web at www.gtmsportswear.com, www.kstategear.com, www.catscloset.com and www.justforkix.com and in GTM Sportswear and the Just for Kix catalogs from January 2003 through December 2009 for between $25 and $30.
- Importer
- GTM Sportswear Inc., of Manhattan, Kan.
Children's Jackets with Drawstrings
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact GTM Sportswear at (800) 437-9560 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and on Saturday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., or visit the firm's Web site at www.gtmsportswear.com
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