CPSCFebruary 4, 2014

Lion Force Boys’ Puffer Coats recall: Strangulation Hazard

Lion Force Recalls Boys’ Puffer Coats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat Factory

Why was Lion Force Boys’ Puffer Coats recalled?

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

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to Lion Force Inc. for a full refund. Contact: Lion Force toll-free at (855) 441-5466, 24-hours a day, every day.

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
Lion Force Boys' Puffer Coats
Company
Lion Force Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y.
Quantity
About 2,400
Sold at
Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide November 2010 through September 2013 for about $30.
Recall date
February 4, 2014
Incidents / injuries
No injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

This recall involves boys' black hooded coats with dark gray drawstrings around the hood. The coats are 100% nylon on the outer shell with a zip-off hood. The wrist cuffs and waist band are elasticized. There are two front Velcro-flap pockets and an inner stow pocket on the coats. "Lion Force" is printed on the upper left side of the front of the coat and on the sewn on tag at the back of the neck. This recall involves boys' coat sizes 4 through 12.

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