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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Winter Bee Due To Strangulation Hazard

Reported: June 10, 2009 Initiated: June 10, 2009 #09240

Product Description

This recall involves Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets and hooded pullover jackets with drawstrings. The jackets were sold in various colors (black, white, charcoal gray, heather gray, burgundy, green, royal blue, navy blue, baby blue, red, pink, brown and in sizes S-XXL. "Speedy" can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.

Reason for Recall

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Speedy for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets and hooded pullover jackets with drawstrings. The jackets were sold in various colors (black, white, charcoal gray, heather gray, burgundy, green, royal blue, navy blue, baby blue, red, pink, brown and in sizes S-XXL. "Speedy" can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.. Recalled by Winter Bee Inc. d.b.a. Speedy, of Los Angeles, Calif.. Units affected: About 80,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Speedy for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on June 10, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09240.