Basix U.S.A. Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings
Date of Recall
2007-02-13CPSC Release Number
07-103Manufactured In
ChinaCompany Phone Number
(800) 236-8150Units
About 20,000Importer
Vacation Clothing, doing business as Basix U.S.A., of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla.Sold By
Discount department stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.Problem/Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts and windbreakers sizes S to XL. Hooded sweatshirts included in the recall were sold in pink, white, light blue, yellow, navy and gray. The nylon windbreakers were sold in royal blue, olive, pink, light blue and navy. A tag sewn inside of the garment reads, "Basix USA." Style number PK215, PK218, KPF265, KPF275, or KH185 is printed on the garment's hang tag.Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Basix U.S.A. at (800) 236-8150 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.Recall Comments
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