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Boy's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings and Warm up Sets Recalled by Burlington Coat Factory Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: July 30, 2009 Initiated: July 30, 2009 #09289

Product Description

This recall involves boy's hooded sweatshirt Style No. 3650-B in colors black, brown, charcoal, heather gray and navy; and faux suede warm up sets Style No. B9560ST in colors black, brown and khaki. Both the sweatshirts and warm up sets have the style numbers and the name KOMAN printed on the hangtag on the center back neck, with sizes S, M, L, or XL.

Reason for Recall

The sweatshirts and jackets to the warm up sets have drawstrings through the hoods, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts and jackets to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to any Burlington Coat Factory store for a refund or credit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves boy's hooded sweatshirt Style No. 3650-B in colors black, brown, charcoal, heather gray and navy; and faux suede warm up sets Style No. B9560ST in colors black, brown and khaki. Both the sweatshirts and warm up sets have the style numbers and the name KOMAN printed on the hangtag on the center back neck, with sizes S, M, L, or XL.. Recalled by KOMAN Sportswear, of Carlstadt, N.J.. Units affected: About 13,300.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweatshirts and jackets to the warm up sets have drawstrings through the hoods, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts and jackets to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to any Burlington Coat Factory store for a refund or credit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 30, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 09289.