CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The hooded sweaters have drawstrings through the hood which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.
Girl's Hooded Sweater Recalled by El Gringo Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard
The recalled product is a hand-knitted wool sweater with a hood in sizes 1 through 10. The sweater has a drawstring in the hood with multi-colored yarn tassels. The sweaters are multi-colored with a front zipper. "El Gringo Imports" is written on a black neck tag.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt to eliminate the hazard or contact El Gringo Imports for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact El Gringo Imports toll-free at (877) 278-1434 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.elgringoimports.com or e-mail the firm at michael@elgringoimports.com
Recall Details
Sold At
Pike Place Market in Seattle from November 2009 to August 2010 for between $20 and $25.
Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Refund
Recall Number
11210
Product Information
Product Name
Girl's Hooded Sweater with Drawstring
Product Type
Outerwear
Number of Units
About 300
Imported By
El Gringo Imports of Seattle
Manufactured In
Ecuador