Children's zipper hooded sweatshirts and girls bomber jackets recalled over choking hazard

Recall date

April 4, 2017

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Fred Meyer Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Girls Bomber Jackets Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards

Recall number

17125

Sold / distributed

Fred Meyer, Kroger, Smith's and Fry's Marketplace from February 2017 through March 2017 for between $7 and $10.

Why it was recalled

The zipper pull can detach from the sweatshirt, posing choking and laceration hazards to children.

What was recalled

This recall involves Kids Korner brand fleece hooded sweatshirts and girls bomber jackets with a front zipper, two front pockets, and knit ribbing around the wrists and waist. The sweatshirts were sold in 18 different prints and solid colors in infant, toddler, and children's sizes 9 months to youth size 7. Kids Korner is printed on the label at the back of the neck. A white label sewn into the lower left inside seam has the manufacture date of "11/16" and style numbers ending in 8701P, 8701YD, 8671P, 9019, or 9022P.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the sweatshirt or jacket, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.