Children's Hooded Fleece Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Golden Grove Trading Due to Strangulation Hazard
Recall 09162 · Mar 25, 2009 · Golden Grove Trading Inc.
6,100
units affected
6,100
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09162
- Date
- Mar 25, 2009
- Company
- Golden Grove Trading Inc.
- Units affected
- 6,100
- Product
- Children's Hooded Fleece Jackets
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Hazard
- Strangulation
The product
The recalled children's hooded fleece jackets for ages 6-12 were sold in sizes M through XXL in black, navy, and heather gray royal blue. Brand names Golden Grove or Young USA, style number 20K, and RN number 106197 are printed on a tag on the jacket's collar.
What can happen
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
The fix
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase or to Golden Grove Trading for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- CVS Stores in the greater Los Angeles area from August 2008 through September 2008 for about $10.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled children's hooded fleece jackets?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase or to Golden Grove Trading for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.