Safety regulator, American Public Company Announce Recall of Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold by J.C. Penney
Recall 06511 · Nov 17, 2005 · American Public Co.
3,400
units affected
3,400
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 06511
- Date
- Nov 17, 2005
- Company
- American Public Co.
- Units affected
- 3,400
- Product
- Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Hazard
- Strangulation
The product
The recalled sweatshirts were sold in navy and burgundy, and in youth sizes (S, M. L, and XL). The RN Number is 90614, which is located on the collar tag. "A.P.C.O." is a label stitched on the inside of the hood and "Artic Zone" is stitched on the outside of the sweatshirt.
What can happen
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
The fix
Consumers should remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. In addition, J.C. Penney will also notify all known purchasers by mail to remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- No incidents or injuries have been reported.
- Sold at
- Exclusively through J.C. Penney's Catalog and Web site from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $25.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled hooded sweatshirt with drawstring?
Consumers should remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. In addition, J.C. Penney will also notify all known purchasers by mail to remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt.
What is the hazard?
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings, posing 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.