CPSC recall 10-179, announced March 24, 2010, covers Bubblegum Girls' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings (about 900 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 drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Recall contact: call (323) 233-9005, or go to www.bubblegumusa.com.
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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?
This recall involves girls' hooded jackets sold in a camouflage design with a gray hood. "Bubblegum USA" and style number GS9548N-521G HZZ is printed on a tag inside the jacket. The jackets were sold in girls' sizes 7 through 16.
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 drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the jacket to Bubblegum USA or Burlington Coat Factory for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Bubblegum
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 10-179
- Units
- About 900
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from August 2006 through September 2009 for between $15 and $25.
- Distributor
- Bubblegum USA, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Girls' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings
CPSC product type: Clothing (Children)
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Bubblegum USA collect at (323) 233-9005 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.bubblegumusa.com
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