Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Ely and Walker Due to Strangulation Hazard
Recall 09226 · May 21, 2009 · Ely and Walker
580
units affected
580
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 09226
- Date
- May 21, 2009
- Company
- Ely and Walker
- Units affected
- 580
- Product
- Cumberland Outfitters Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Hazard
- Strangulation
The product
This recall involves Cumberland Outfitters girl's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts were sold in four colors (melon, white, purple, and turquoise) and in sizes XS to L. Graphic designs such as a horse, vine or flower are printed on the front and back of the sweatshirts. RN number 14119 and one of the following style numbers are printed on the care label: 561560EC, 561565CO, 561570RA and 561575TU.
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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Ely and Walker for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- None reported.
- Sold at
- Department and apparel retail stores nationwide from April 2007 through April 2009 for between $19 and $24.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled cumberland outfitters girl's hooded sweatshirts?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Ely and Walker 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.