CPSC recall 10-140, announced February 18, 2010, covers Bobens Trading Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings (about 3,900 units). The hooded zip sweatshirts 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 Bobens Trading Co. Inc., for a full refund. Recall contact: call (516) 433-8490, or go to www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com.
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The neck seam label reads "Old Skool" and includes the garment size.
Which products are included?
The recall involves "Old Skool" girls' hoodie sweatshirts with long and short sleeves in sizes S - XL and in a variety of colors and designs. The neck seam label reads "Old Skool" and includes the garment size. The recalled style numbers GC5810, GV105, GV104 and GF254, were printed on the hang tags along with the price.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hooded zip sweatshirts 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 Bobens Trading Co. Inc., for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bobens Trading
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-140
- Units
- About 3,900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from November 2007 to September 2009 from about $8.00 to $20.00.
- Importer
- Bobens Trading Co. Inc., of Hicksville, N.Y.
Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information contact: Bobens Trading Co. Inc. at (516) 433-8490 between 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the Burlington Coat Factory's Web site at www.burlingtoncoatfactory.com
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