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CPSC recall · Reported February 4, 2014

Lion Force Recalls Boys’ Puffer Coats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory

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

Recall #
14100
Affected scope
About 2,400
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Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.y. recalled This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood.….

Lion Force Recalls Boys’ Puffer Coats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Bu… was recalled by Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.y. in February 4, 2014. Reason: The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the haz…. Verify recall #14100 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.y. issued this CPSC recall-The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children..

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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #14100 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood. The coats are 100% nylon on the outer shell with a zip-off hood. The wrist cuffs and waist band are elasticized. There are two front Velcro-flap pockets and an inner stow pocket on the coats. "Lion Force" is printed on the upper left side of the front of the coat and on the sewn on tag at the back of the neck. This recall involves boys' coat sizes 4 through 12.

Reason for recall

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

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force Inc. for a full refund.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 14100
Date reported February 4, 2014
Date initiated February 4, 2014
Recalling firm Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.y.
Affected scope About 2,400
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force …

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood. The coats are 100% nylon on the outer shell with a zip-off hood. The wrist cuffs and waist band are elasticized. There are two front Velcro-flap pockets and an inner stow pocket on the coats. "Lion Force" is printed on the upper left side of the front of the coat and on the sewn on tag at the back of the neck. This recall involves boys' coat sizes 4 through 12.. Recalled by Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.y.. Units affected: About 2,400.
Why was this product recalled?
The jackets 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 garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force Inc. for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on February 4, 2014. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 14100.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product?
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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