Basix U.S.A. Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2007-02-13 · 07103
Hazards
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Recall
Number
07103
Date
2007-02-13
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings
Companies
Retailer(s)
Discount department stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.
Importer(s)
Vacation Clothing, doing business as Basix U.S.A., of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla.
Country of manufacture
China
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.