CPSC recall 13-237, announced July 17, 2013, covers Boy's long sleeve hooded jackets (about 48,000 units). The recalled jackets have drawstrings with toggles inside the bottom hem and neck area, posing a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should remove the drawstrings immediately, cut drawstrings out of the garment including toggle and continue to use jackets once both are removed. Recall contact: call (880) 229-6833, or email dsinger@5-starapparel.com.
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The word "Mecca" is embroidered on the front chest of the garment and on the interior label sewn into the neck of the jacket.
Which products are included?
This recall involves boy's long sleeve hooded jackets sizes 2T to XL. The word "Mecca" is embroidered on the front chest of the garment and on the interior label sewn into the neck of the jacket. There are elastic drawstrings around the neck and waist. The style number can be found on a label sewn into the jacket one inch above the bottom seam on the left side. Style Number Size Color MK310702 S-XL Black, Coffee Bean, Keg Green, Khaki, Deep Sea Navy MLK310702 S-XL Black, Coffee Bean, Keg Green, Khaki, Deep Sea Navy MT310702 2T-4T Black, Coffee Bean, Keg Green, Khaki, Deep Sea Navy MK31111509 S-XL Black, Dark Brown, Gun Metal, Khaki, Navy MLK31111509 S-XL Black, Dark Brown, Gun Metal, Khaki, Navy MT31111509 2T-4T Black, Dark Brown, Gun Metal, Khaki, Navy
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The recalled jackets have drawstrings with toggles inside the bottom hem and neck area, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported
Official remedy
Consumers should remove the drawstrings immediately, cut drawstrings out of the garment including toggle and continue to use jackets once both are removed. Customers can return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- 5 Star Kids Apparel, LLC dba Mecca 5 Star
- Manufacturer
- 5 Star Kids Apparel, LLC dba Mecca 5 Star, of New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 13-237
- Units
- About 48,000
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- A&E stores, All Kids Inc 27, Bergen Kids LLC, Children's Town, Cititrends Inc., Concord Stores, Fordham Kids, Hudson Operating Corp, Kiddie Outlet, Modecraft/Burlington, Myrtle Kids, Pitkin Kids, Suitmart and Youngland from August 2010 through March 2011 for about $30.
Boy's long sleeve hooded jackets
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
Mecca 5 Star, toll-free at (880) 229-6833 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail dsinger@5-starapparel.com.
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