CPSC recall 14-032, announced November 26, 2013, covers Little Willy's Hooded Sweatshirts (about 200 units). The hoodies have drawstrings through the hood or neck which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Recall contact: call (212) 680-0107, go to www.littlewillys.com, or email mr.wilcox@lordwillys.com.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves Little Willy's brand children's hooded sweatshirts sold in sizes XS (2 years), S (3 years), M (4-5 years), L (6-7 years), XL (8-9 years) and XXL (10 years). The cotton fleece sweatshirts were sold in two color patterns: dark grey with light grey stripes and a red hood, and purple with navy blue stripes and a green hood. The sweatshirt has an elbow patch on the right arm and the Little Willy logo on the front.
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The hoodies have drawstrings through the hood or neck which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
Incidents and injuries
None reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garments to Little Willy's to have the drawstring removed.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Little Willy's of, New York, N.Y.
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 14-032
- Units
- About 200
- Manufactured in
- Peru
- Sold at / sales period
- Online at Zullily.com and Gilt.com from January 2012 to May 2012 for about $20.
- Distributor
- Little Willy's of, New York, N.Y.
Little Willy's Hooded Sweatshirts
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
Little Willy's collect at (212) 680-0107 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Tuesday through Saturday, or online at www.littlewillys.com. In addition, consumers can email mr.wilcox@lordwillys.com for more information.
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