CPSC recall 14-100, announced February 4, 2014, covers Lion Force Boys' Puffer Coats (about 2,400 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 drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force Inc. for a full refund. Recall contact: call (855) 441-5466.
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Which products are included?
This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood. The coats are 100% nylon on the outer shell with a zip-off hood. The wrist cuffs and waist band are elasticized. There are two front Velcro-flap pockets and an inner stow pocket on the coats. "Lion Force" is printed on the upper left side of the front of the coat and on the sewn on tag at the back of the neck. This recall involves boys' coat sizes 4 through 12.
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
No injuries have been reported.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force Inc. for a full refund.
Product and sales details
- Brand
- Lion Force
- Product type
- Clothing & outerwear
- Recall number
- 14-100
- Units
- About 2,400
- Manufactured in
- China
- Sold at / sales period
- Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide November 2010 through September 2013 for about $30.
- Distributor
- Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Lion Force Boys' Puffer Coats
CPSC product type: Outerwear
Recall contact information
Lion Force toll-free at (855) 441-5466, 24-hours a day, every day.
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