CPSCMarch 8, 2012

Umbro Boys' Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled

Umbro Boys' Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled; Waist Drawstrings Pose Entrapment Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Ross Stores

Why was Umbro Boys' Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled recalled?

The boys' jacket has a retractable elastic drawstring at the waist with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which poses an entrapment hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring and return the jacket to Umbro for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Umbro toll-free at (866) 217-6800 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s website at www.umbro.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
Umbro Boys' outerwear jackets
Company
Hong Kong Genexy Group Co. Ltd., of Hong Kong, Umbro USA, of Beaverton, Ore.
Quantity
About 240
Sold at
Ross Stores nationwide from April 2011 through January 2012 for about $8.
Recall date
March 8, 2012
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves boys' nylon jackets sold in sizes medium to extra large that can fit children through size 14. "Umbro" is printed on the front upper right side of the jackets. The bottom of the jacket has a drawstring with toggles. The jackets were sold in five color combinations: black, black/royal, black/Tabasco, black/cedar, and navy.

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