Cobmex Inc. Youth Jackets with Drawstrings recall: Strangulation Hazard
Cobmex Inc. Recalls Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
Why was Cobmex Inc. Youth Jackets with Drawstrings recalled?
The recalled jackets have drawstrings in the hood and waist, or only at the waist. Children can get entangled and strangle in drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the jacket to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact: For additional information, call Cobmex toll-free at (877) 926-2639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.cobmex.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Cobmex Youth Jackets with Drawstrings
- Company
- Cobmex Inc., of Lakewood, Calif.
- Quantity
- About 16,000
- Sold at
- Children's clothing and school uniform stores nationwide from January 2006 through February 2007 for about $30.
- Recall date
- March 8, 2007
- Incidents / injuries
- None reported.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The nylon, zipper-front jackets were sold in youth sizes and have a Cobmex neck label. The jackets were manufactured in various colors, including navy, black, green, red and wine. Only youth-size jackets with drawstrings are included in the recall.