Steve & Barry's University Recalls Children's Outerwear with Drawstring Strangulation Hazard
Children's Upper Outerwear with Drawstrings
Date of Recall
2006-01-26CPSC Release Number
06-076Manufactured In
China, India, Pakistan and MacauCompany Phone Number
877-866-7776Units
About 334,000Importer
Steve & Barry's University Sportswear, of Port Washington, N.Y.Sold By
Steve & Barry's University Sportswear stores nationwide from January 2004 through December 2005 for between $6 and $10.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 of drawstrings of upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. CPSC was alerted to this hazard by the state of Wisconsin.Injuries/Incidents
None reported.Description
The recalled garments are various color jackets, coats, sweatshirts and sweaters sold in youth sizes up to size 12 with drawstrings through the hood. Many of the sweatshirts have the names of colleges and universities written on them. A tag sewn on the garment reads, "Steve & Barry's Quality Athletic Goods." The style numbers are 15178, 16105, 16168, 16230, 16231, 16257, 16509, 17197, 17285 and 18346, which is written on a collar or side label.Remedy
Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Steve & Barry's University Sportswear toll-free at (877) 866-7776 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.steveandbarrys.comRecall Comments
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