CPSC recall 11-097, announced January 13, 2011, covers Prairie Mountain Youth hooded wind/rain jackets (about 6,200 units). The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket hood to eliminate the hazard, or contact Prairie Mountain for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Recall contact: call (800) 370-4941, go to www.prairiemountain.net, or email mikegaler@prairiemountain.net.
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Which products are included?
The recalled Youth Rip Stop hooded wind rain jackets are lightweight jackets sold in sizes 2/4, 6/8, 10/12 and 14/16 in red, Royal (blue), and Leaf (green).
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket hood to eliminate the hazard, or contact Prairie Mountain for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Prairie Mountain
- Manufacturer
- Prairie Mountain Inc., of Lockwood, Missouri
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 11-097
- Units
- About 6,200
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Vacation gift shops nationwide from February 2010 through July 2010 for about $20.
Youth hooded wind/rain jackets
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
For additional information, contact Prairie Mountain at (800) 370-4941 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.prairiemountain.net or e-mail the firm at mikegaler@prairiemountain.net
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