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CPSC, Meijer Announce Recall of Children's Sweatshirts with Drawstring Hoods

Reported: February 5, 2004 Initiated: February 5, 2004 #04078

Product Description

The fleece sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes 4-18 under the brand name, "Emergency Exit." The sweatshirts were manufactured in a variety of colors, including red, blue, grey and black. Each sweatshirt has an image on the chest of either a tribal design, dragon, motocross or skateboarding pattern.

Reason for Recall

The sweatshirts have drawstrings in the hood. Children can get entangled and strangle in the drawstrings, that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.

Remedy

Consumers can return the sweatshirts to Meijer retailers for a full refund, or consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard.

Details

Units Affected
18,655
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2004/CPSC-Meijer-Announce-Recall-of-Childrens-Sweatshirts-with-Drawstring-Hoods-

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The fleece sweatshirts were sold in children's sizes 4-18 under the brand name, "Emergency Exit." The sweatshirts were manufactured in a variety of colors, including red, blue, grey and black. Each sweatshirt has an image on the chest of either a tribal design, dragon, motocross or skateboarding pattern.. Recalled by Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.. Units affected: 18,655.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The sweatshirts have drawstrings in the hood. Children can get entangled and strangle in the drawstrings, that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers can return the sweatshirts to Meijer retailers for a full refund, or consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 5, 2004. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04078.

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