CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood. The drawstrings should be removed immediately since they can become caught on objects and strangle a child.
Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Hill Sportswear To Recall Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
The recall includes the Kid Pullover Hood and Kid Zipper with Hood. The Kid Pullover Hood has a flat style drawstring at the neck, one middle front pocket, and fleece inside lining. Top sewn in label reads "HILL/ Made in USA." The hooded Zipper children's sweatshirt has a rounded style drawstring at the neck, two front pockets, and fleece inside lining. Top sewn in label reads "HILL/ Made in USA".
Required Consumer Action
Due to the serious nature of this hazard, parents are urged to immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Hill Sportswear for a full refund.
Contact Information
Consumers should contact Hill Sportswear toll-free at (877) 322-8760 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. (PT) Monday through Friday.
Recall Details
Sold At
Various small retailers in California and Texas from 2003 to December 2008 for approximately $8.
Injuries
CPSC received one report of a death involving a 3-year-old boy in Fresno, Calif. He was strangled when the drawstring on the hooded sweatshirt that he was wearing became stuck on a play ground set.
Manufacturer
Hill Sportswear Inc., of Paramount, Calif.
Recall Number
09129
Product Information
Product Name
Kid Pullover Hood Sweatshirt and Kid Zipper Sweatshirt with Hood
Product Type
Clothing (Children)
Number of Units
About 120,000
Manufacturer Name
Hill Sportswear Inc., of Paramount, Calif.
Manufactured In
United States