Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Polar Bear Gift Shop Due to Strangulation Hazard
Recall 10204 · Apr 26, 2010 · Polar Bear Gift Shop
300
units affected
300
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 10204
- Date
- Apr 26, 2010
- Company
- Polar Bear Gift Shop
- Units affected
- 300
- Product
- Children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Hazard
- Strangulation
The product
This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts sold in sizes small through extra large. "John Moose" and "Alaska" screen print logos are printed on the front of the yellow sweatshirts. The "Gaxiani" brand name and RN# 55774 are sewn on the neck tag inside of the garment.
What can happen
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
The fix
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the sweatshirt to Polar Bear Gift Shop for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Polar Bear Gift Shop in Anchorage, Alaska from February 2008 through August 2009 for about $15.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the sweatshirt to Polar Bear Gift Shop for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The sweatshirts 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.