CPSCMay 15, 2012

Boys' Hooded Jackets Recalled by Bonded Apparel

Boys' Hooded Jackets Recalled by Bonded Apparel; Neck Drawstrings Pose Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts

Why was Boys' Hooded Jackets Recalled by Bonded Apparel recalled?

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jacket from their child and remove the drawstring or contact Bonded Apparel for instructions on returning the product for a full refund. Contact: For additional information, contact Bonded Apparel toll-free at (888) 974-1555 between 9 a.m. through 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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
SX and QH Boys' Zip-front Hooded Jackets
Company
Bonded Apparel Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Quantity
About 720
Sold at
dd's Discounts stores nationwide from August 2011 through December 2011 for about $8.
Recall date
May 15, 2012
Incidents / injuries
None reported
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves boys' long-sleeved zip-front hooded jackets. The jackets were sold in three colors: army green, aqua green and black and have a fake fur lining. The jackets have one of four designs: the number "2" or the letter "B" embroidered on the left front chest; or the word "ROCK" or "AB Sportwear" embroidered across the chest. The jackets were sold in sizes 4-7 or S, M, and L. Either "SX" or "QH" appears on the label stitched at the neck. The jackets have model numbers: 1006, 1029, 1058 and 1061, however the model number only appears on the original hang tag and not on the product.

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