CPSC recall 11-091, announced January 11, 2011, covers Mejoong Corp. dba Hot Kids Children's hooded sweatshirts and jackets (about 18,000 units). The children's hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood and/or waist that can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts and jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the clothing to Hot Kids for a full refund. Recall contact: call (888) 946-8546, or go to www.mejoong.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.
The brand names MJC, Hot Kids or MJ Collection are printed on the sewn-in label at the neck.
Which products are included?
This recall involves children's sweatshirts and jackets sold in sizes 2 through 12. The items are made of various materials and were sold in 13 colors and various prints. The brand names MJC, Hot Kids or MJ Collection are printed on the sewn-in label at the neck. Style Number Description Material Color Sizes 805 Hooded sweatshirt Cotton Gray, pink, black, burgundy Kids 4-20 806 Hooded sweatshirt Cotton Gray Kids 4-20 903 Hooded sweatshirt Polyester Black, brown Kids 2-18 2056 Hooded flannel shirt Cotton Black/white Kids 2-18 2059 Hooded plaid jacket Cotton Black/white, pink/black, purple/black, red/black Kids 2-14 4010 Jacket Polyester Black/white, pink/black, purple/black, red/black Kids 2-14 4015 Hooded sweatshirt Cotton Navy, white, pink, charcoal, black, burgundy Kids 4-20 4049 Hooded sweatshirt Cotton Navy, red, burgundy, gray, blue, pink, green Kids 4-18 4116-B Hooded plaid jacket Cotton Blue, white Kids 2-18 4121 Two-piece sports outfit Polyester Black, navy, red, green Kids 2-18 4122 Hooded sweatshirt Cotton Black Kids 4-20 4123 Hooded sweatshirt Cotton Black, red, heather, gray Kids 4-20 5027 Hooded plaid jacket Cotton Black, purple, white Kids 2-18
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The children's hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood and/or waist that can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts and jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the clothing to Hot Kids for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Mejoong Corp. dba Hot Kids
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 11-091
- Units
- About 18,000
- Manufactured in
- China, Vietnam
- Sold at / sales period
- The Hot Kids Store in Los Angeles and from nationwide wholesalers from June 2002 through January 2010 for between $6 and $15.
- Distributor
- Mejoong Corp. dba Hot Kids
Children's hooded sweatshirts and jackets
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Hot Kids at (888) 946-8546 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at http://www.mejoong.com
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