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Children's Hooded Jackets Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory Recalled by Franshaw Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: February 18, 2010 Initiated: February 18, 2010 #10143

Product Description

This recall involves Blue Heart and Just a Girl brand children's sweatshirts. The Blue Heart sweatshirts are olive and pink, and have style number 48053. The Just a Girl sweatshirts were sold in light blue, and have style number 48052. RN 87888 is printed in the center of the back neck. The sweatshirts were sold in sizes 4 to 6X.

Reason for Recall

The jackets have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Burlington Coat Factory or to Franshaw Inc. for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Blue Heart and Just a Girl brand children's sweatshirts. The Blue Heart sweatshirts are olive and pink, and have style number 48053. The Just a Girl sweatshirts were sold in light blue, and have style number 48052. RN 87888 is printed in the center of the back neck. The sweatshirts were sold in sizes 4 to 6X.. Units affected: About 2,400.
Why was this product recalled?
The jackets have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Burlington Coat Factory or to Franshaw Inc. for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 18, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10143.