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CPSC recall · Reported August 2, 2006

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring Recalled for Strangulation Hazard

A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Recall #
06223
Affected scope
About 9,700
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Quiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif. recalled The recalled hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood. The sweatshirts are p… - a moderate-severity action.

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring Recalled for Strangulation Hazard was recalled by Quiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif. in August 2, 2006. Reason: A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the…. Verify recall #06223 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Quiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children..

Moderate
severity level
August 2, 2006
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #06223 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #06223) was formally reported on August 2, 2006. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Quiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 9,700.

The documented reason for this recall is: A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. 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: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can receive a full refund by returning the sweatshirts to the place of purchase or by maili… - 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 the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 9,700

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The recalled hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood. The sweatshirts are pink, white, brown, navy or green with a beaded heart logo and embroidered flowers on the front, above the left pocket. They were sold in girls' sizes SML to XL. "ROXY GIRL" is printed on the collar label. The style number 484241 (some with an M, N or NN after the number) is located on the garment's hangtag and/or the individual packaging label.

Reason for recall

A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can receive a full refund by returning the sweatshirts to the place of purchase or by mailing the sweatshirts to: Quiksilver Inc., Attention: Consumer Replacements/Recalled Merchandise, 5600 Argosy Circle, Suite 300, Huntington Beach, Calif. 92649. Returns must include the consumer's name, address and telephone number, so Quiksilver can reach them.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Moderate
Status Active
Recall number 06223
Date reported August 2, 2006
Date initiated August 2, 2006
Recalling firm Quiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif.
Affected scope About 9,700
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

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can receive a full re…

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  • Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The recalled hooded sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood. The sweatshirts are pink, white, brown, navy or green with a beaded heart logo and embroidered flowers on the front, above the left pocket. They were sold in girls' sizes SML to XL. "ROXY GIRL" is printed on the collar label. The style number 484241 (some with an M, N or NN after the number) is located on the garment's hangtag and/or the individual packaging label.. Recalled by Quiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif.. Units affected: About 9,700.
Why was this product recalled?
A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can receive a full refund by returning the sweatshirts to the place of purchase or by mailing the sweatshirts to: Quiksilver Inc., Attention: Consumer Replacements/Recalled Merchandise, 5600 Argosy Circle, Suite 300, Huntington Beach, Calif. 92649. Returns must include the consumer's name, address and telephone number, so Quiksilver can reach them.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 2, 2006. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 06223.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (06223) 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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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: CPSC, reported August 2, 2006. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.