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Trail Crest Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard

Reported: October 22, 2013 Initiated: October 22, 2013 #14002

Product Description

This recall involves Trail Crest brand boys and girls hooded sweatshirts sold in sizes x-small, small and medium. They have a camouflage pattern on shoulders and arms, with drawstrings in the hood and zippers at the neck. They come in birch and camouflage, pink and camouflage, and purple and camouflage. There is a tag sewn on the outside of the jacket left sleeve with style number 29121. There is an additional Trail Crest tag in the neckline

Reason for Recall

The hoodies and jackets have drawstrings through the hood or neck which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garments to Trail Crest for a full refund. Contact Trail Crest for a return address label and instructions for returning the garment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Trail Crest brand boys and girls hooded sweatshirts sold in sizes x-small, small and medium. They have a camouflage pattern on shoulders and arms, with drawstrings in the hood and zippers at the neck. They come in birch and camouflage, pink and camouflage, and purple and camouflage. There is a tag sewn on the outside of the jacket left sleeve with style number 29121. There is an additional Trail Crest tag in the neckline. Units affected: About 350.
Why was this product recalled?
The hoodies and jackets have drawstrings through the hood or neck which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garments to Trail Crest for a full refund. Contact Trail Crest for a return address label and instructions for returning the garment.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on October 22, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 14002.