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Steve & Barry's University Recalls Children's Outerwear with Drawstring Strangulation Hazard

Reported: January 26, 2006 Initiated: January 26, 2006 #06076

Product Description

The recalled garments are various color jackets, coats, sweatshirts and sweaters, sold in youth sizes up to size 12 with drawstrings through the hood. Many of the sweatshirts have the names of colleges and universities written on them. A tag sewn on the garment reads, "Steve & Barry's Quality Athletic Goods." The style numbers are 15178, 16105, 16168, 16230, 16231, 16257, 16509, 17197, 17285 and 18346, which is written on a collar or side label.

Reason for Recall

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.

Details

Units Affected
About 334,000
Official Source
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2006/Steve--Barrys-University-Recalls-Childrens-Outerwear-with-Drawstring-Strangulation-Hazard

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
The recalled garments are various color jackets, coats, sweatshirts and sweaters, sold in youth sizes up to size 12 with drawstrings through the hood. Many of the sweatshirts have the names of colleges and universities written on them. A tag sewn on the garment reads, "Steve & Barry's Quality Athletic Goods." The style numbers are 15178, 16105, 16168, 16230, 16231, 16257, 16509, 17197, 17285 and 18346, which is written on a collar or side label.. Units affected: About 334,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 26, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06076.

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