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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets Recalled by Century 21 Promotions, Inc. Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: November 18, 2009 Initiated: November 18, 2009 #10041

Product Description

This recall involves children's sweatshirts and jackets sold in sizes XS - XXL in colors: navy blue, black, brown, pink, red, white, green, gray, blue, yellow, and orange. The recalled garments contain the following embroidered logos: "Montauk," "Avalon," "Stone Harbor," "Cape May," "Sea Isle," "Ocean City," "Alaska," "Nantucket," "Maine," "Long Beach Island," "Lavallette," "Seaside Park," "Newport," "Monterey," "Carmel," "Skaneateles," "1000 Islands," "Block Island" and "Seattle."

Reason for Recall

The sweatshirts 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 the place of purchase for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves children's sweatshirts and jackets sold in sizes XS - XXL in colors: navy blue, black, brown, pink, red, white, green, gray, blue, yellow, and orange. The recalled garments contain the following embroidered logos: "Montauk," "Avalon," "Stone Harbor," "Cape May," "Sea Isle," "Ocean City," "Alaska," "Nantucket," "Maine," "Long Beach Island," "Lavallette," "Seaside Park," "Newport," "Monterey," "Carmel," "Skaneateles," "1000 Islands," "Block Island" and "Seattle.". Recalled by Century 21 Promotions, of Seattle, Wash.. Units affected: About 17,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The sweatshirts 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 the place of purchase for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 18, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10041.