RecalledRecall 16-024Published

Maeli Rose Girl's Hoodies

Maeli Rose Recalls Girls' Hoodies Due to a Strangulation Hazard

Units
About 1,200 units
Incidents
None reported
Remedy
Refund

CPSC recall 16-024, announced October 29, 2015, covers Maeli Rose Girl's Hoodies (about 1,200 units). The hoodies have a drawstring inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face which poses a strangulation hazard to children. The notice reports no incidents. Consumers should immediately take the recalled hoodie away from children and remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Recall contact: call 626-701-7575, or go to www.maelirose.com.

What to check on the product label

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.

Additional identifying details

The name Just Fab Girls is sewn into the label of the neck.

Which products are included?

This recall involves the girls' blush hoodie sizes 2T-6X, made of 62% polyester, 35% cotton and 3% spandex. The garment comes in blush/pink and has a lace decoration strip around the hood opening. There is a white drawstring inside the hood lining that surrounds the face. There is a zipper on the front with a pocket on each side. The pocket openings and sleeves are decorated with a lace strip. The name Just Fab Girls is sewn into the label of the neck. There is also a label sewn into the side seam that reads "RN #137339" and "Made in China."

Confirm these details on the official CPSC notice

Why it was recalled

The hoodies have a drawstring inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation and/or entanglement hazard to children.

Incidents and injuries

None reported

Official remedy

Consumers should immediately take the recalled hoodie away from children and remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Remedy type: Refund

Product and sales details

Brand
Maeli Rose
Recall number
16-024
Units
About 1,200
Manufactured in
China
Sold at / sales period
Children's boutiques and other specialty retail stores nationwide from July 2013 through December 2013 for about $20.
Distributor
Maeli Rose, of Arcadia, Calif.

Girl's Hoodies

CPSC product type: Outerwear

Recall contact information

Maeli Rose at 626-701-7575 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.maelirose.com and click on the Recall tab located at the top of the homepage for more information.

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