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Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by 5 Star Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: April 8, 2010 Initiated: April 8, 2010 #10193

Product Description

This recall involves girls' and boys' hooded jackets with drawstrings. Girl's Pink Short-Sleeve Lightweight Jacket Style No. Sizes MIG108105 12M, 18M, 24M MLG108105 4 - 6X MTG108105 2T - 4T "Mecca" is printed on the inside of jacket below the neck. Boy's Black or Brown Heavy Jacket Style No. Sizes MLK908602 4 - 7 MT908602 2T - 4T "Mecca" is printed on the outside back of the jacket.

Reason for Recall

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

Remedy

Consumers should remove the drawstring immediately, cut the drawstring out of garment or return the jacket to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves girls' and boys' hooded jackets with drawstrings. Girl's Pink Short-Sleeve Lightweight Jacket Style No. Sizes MIG108105 12M, 18M, 24M MLG108105 4 - 6X MTG108105 2T - 4T "Mecca" is printed on the inside of jacket below the neck. Boy's Black or Brown Heavy Jacket Style No. Sizes MLK908602 4 - 7 MT908602 2T - 4T "Mecca" is printed on the outside back of the jacket.. Recalled by 5 Star Apparel LLC, of New York, N.Y.. Units affected: About 11,500.
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 remove the drawstring immediately, cut the drawstring out of garment or return the jacket to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 8, 2010. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10193.