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Girl’s Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Ely and Walker Due to Strangulation Hazard

  • Recalled Girl's Hooded Sweatshirt Style # 561565CO Girl's Knit Cotton Hoodie with Placement Print
  • Recalled Girl's Hooded Sweatshirt Style # 561570RA Girl's Knit Cotton Hoodie with Placement Print
  • Recalled Girl's Hooded Sweatshirt Style # 561575TU Girl's Knit Cotton Hoodie with Placement Print
  • Recalled Girl's Hooded Sweatshirt Style # 561560EC Girl's Knit Cotton Hoodie with Placement Print
Name of Product:
Cumberland Outfitters Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts
Hazard:

The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
May 21, 2009
Units:

About 580

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Ely and Walker at (800) 359-1878 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.elyandwalker.com.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall involves Cumberland Outfitters girl's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts were sold in four colors (melon, white, purple, and turquoise) and in sizes XS to L. Graphic designs such as a horse, vine or flower are printed on the front and back of the sweatshirts. RN number 14119 and one of the following style numbers are printed on the care label: 561560EC, 561565CO, 561570RA and 561575TU.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Ely and Walker for a full refund.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported.

Sold At:
Department and apparel retail stores nationwide from April 2007 through April 2009 for between $19 and $24.
Distributor(s):
Ely and Walker, of Lebanon, Tenn.
Manufactured In:
India
Recall number:
09-226

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