Severity
Moderate
ModerateActive
CPSC recall · Reported December 2, 2003
CPSC, abcDistributing Announce Recall of Fleece Pants with Long Waist Drawstring on Jacket
Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This ca…
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abcDistributing of North Miami, Fla. recalled The two-piece fleece pant set is pink and royal blue and comes in sizes 4 to 6X. - a moderate-severity action.
CPSC, abcDistributing Announce Recall of Fleece Pants with Long Waist Drawstring on Jacket was recalled by abcDistributing of North Miami, Fla. in December 2, 2003. Reason: Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there…. Remedy: Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.. Verify recall #04518 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
abcDistributing of North Miami, Fla. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there….
- Moderate
- severity level
- 15K units
- affected scope
- December 2, 2003
- reported
Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #04518 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This CPSC action (record #04518) was formally reported on December 2, 2003. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. abcDistributing of North Miami, Fla. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as 14,538.
The documented reason for this recall is: Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This can cause the drawstring to catch on protr… Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. The remedy documented by the agency is: Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket. - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Where this recall sits in its category - 7,642 vehicles recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.
Affected scope
14,538
Related Recalls
6
6 from same agency
Product description
The two-piece fleece pant set is pink and royal blue and comes in sizes 4 to 6X.
Reason for recall
Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This can cause the drawstring to catch on protrusions (such as bus doors or handles), potentially causing injury or death if the person is dragged by the vehicle.
Remedy, what to do
Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Moderate |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 04518 |
| Date reported | December 2, 2003 |
| Date initiated | December 2, 2003 |
| Recalling firm | abcDistributing of North Miami, Fla. |
| Affected scope | 14,538 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.
- Check the recall number (04518) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
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- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
The two-piece fleece pant set is pink and royal blue and comes in sizes 4 to 6X.. Recalled by abcDistributing of North Miami, Fla.. Units affected: 14,538.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This can cause the drawstring to catch on protrusions (such as bus doors or handles), potentially causing injury or death if the person is dragged by the vehicle.
What should consumers do? ▼
Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 2, 2003. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 04518.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (04518) against your product. Visit the official CPSC website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.
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