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CPSC recall · Reported December 27, 2007

Gap Outlet Recalls Boys' Jackets; Drawstring at Waist Poses Entrapment Hazard

The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.

Recall #
08152
Affected scope
About 16,200
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Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. recalled The jackets are hooded, zip in front, and have a drawstring at the waist. They were sold … - a moderate-severity action.

Gap Outlet Recalls Boys' Jackets; Drawstring at Waist Poses Entrapment Hazard was recalled by Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. in December 27, 2007. Reason: The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or door…. Remedy: Consumers should stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet stor…. Verify recall #08152 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. issued this moderate-severity CPSC recall-The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or door….

Moderate
severity level
December 27, 2007
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #08152 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This CPSC action (record #08152) was formally reported on December 27, 2007. It is classified under Moderate severity, with a current status of Active. Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. is listed as the recalling firm. Federal records list the affected scope as About 16,200.

The documented reason for this recall is: The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment 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 stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before April 30, 2008, will also receive a $5 appreciatio… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

About 16,200

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

The jackets are hooded, zip in front, and have a drawstring at the waist. They were sold in navy and gray in multiple children's sizes. "Gap Outlet" is printed on a label at the neck. Style number 513573 is printed on a white label sewn behind the size and product care label near the neckline.

Reason for recall

The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before April 30, 2008, will also receive a $5 appreciation card. Consumers choosing to keep the jacket should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard.

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 08152
Date reported December 27, 2007
Date initiated December 27, 2007
Recalling firm Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.
Affected scope About 16,200
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 stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Consumers who retur…

  • Check the recall number (08152) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
  • 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 jackets are hooded, zip in front, and have a drawstring at the waist. They were sold in navy and gray in multiple children's sizes. "Gap Outlet" is printed on a label at the neck. Style number 513573 is printed on a white label sewn behind the size and product care label near the neckline.. Recalled by Gap Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif.. Units affected: About 16,200.
Why was this product recalled?
The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before April 30, 2008, will also receive a $5 appreciation card. Consumers choosing to keep the jacket should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 27, 2007. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 08152.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (08152) 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 December 27, 2007. 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.