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Fred Meyer Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Girls Bomber Jackets Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards

Reported: April 4, 2017 Initiated: April 4, 2017 #17125

Product Description

This recall involves Kids Korner brand fleece hooded sweatshirts and girls bomber jackets with a front zipper, two front pockets, and knit ribbing around the wrists and waist. The sweatshirts were sold in 18 different prints and solid colors in infant, toddler, and children's sizes 9 months to youth size 7. Kids Korner is printed on the label at the back of the neck. A white label sewn into the lower left inside seam has the manufacture date of "11/16" and style numbers ending in 8701P, 8701YD, 8671P, 9019, or 9022P.

Reason for Recall

The zipper pull can detach from the sweatshirt, posing choking and laceration hazards to children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the sweatshirt or jacket, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Kids Korner brand fleece hooded sweatshirts and girls bomber jackets with a front zipper, two front pockets, and knit ribbing around the wrists and waist. The sweatshirts were sold in 18 different prints and solid colors in infant, toddler, and children's sizes 9 months to youth size 7. Kids Korner is printed on the label at the back of the neck. A white label sewn into the lower left inside seam has the manufacture date of "11/16" and style numbers ending in 8701P, 8701YD, 8671P, 9019, or 9022P.. Units affected: About 48,000.
Why was this product recalled?
The zipper pull can detach from the sweatshirt, posing choking and laceration hazards to children.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using the sweatshirt or jacket, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on April 4, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 17125.