CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Black Dog Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The recalled sweatshirts have a black dog on the front and are sold in youth sizes up to size 12, with drawstrings through the hood. Sweatshirt colors include navy blue, gray, red, pink, black or oatmeal. "The Black Dog," "Est. 71," or "The Black Dog/Martha's Vineyard" are printed on the back of some of the sweatshirts. A tag sewn on the inside of the garment reads, "The Black Dog." Style numbers are K086, K088, K090, K062, or K063 are printed on the garment's hang tag.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Black Dog at (800) 626-1991 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.theblackdog.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Exclusively through Black Dog retail stores, catalog, and Web site from May 2004 through January 2006 for between $30 and $50.
Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Manufacturer
The Black Dog Tavern Company Inc., of Vineyard Haven, Mass.
Recall Number
06088
Product Information
Product Name
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
Product Type
Clothing (Children)
Number of Units
About 9,700
Manufacturer Name
The Black Dog Tavern Company Inc., of Vineyard Haven, Mass.
Manufactured In
China