Girl's Hoodies recalled over strangulation hazard

Recall date

October 29, 2015

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Maeli Rose Recalls Girls' Hoodies Due to a Strangulation Hazard

Recall number

16024

Sold / distributed

Children's boutiques and other specialty retail stores nationwide from July 2013 through December 2013 for about $20.

Why it was recalled

The hoodies have a drawstring inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation and/or entanglement hazard to children.

What was recalled

This recall involves the girls' blush hoodie sizes 2T-6X, made of 62% polyester, 35% cotton and 3% spandex. The garment comes in blush/pink and has a lace decoration strip around the hood opening. There is a white drawstring inside the hood lining that surrounds the face. There is a zipper on the front with a pocket on each side. The pocket openings and sleeves are decorated with a lace strip. The name Just Fab Girls is sewn into the label of the neck. There is also a label sewn into the side seam that reads "RN #137339" and "Made in China."

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the recalled hoodie away from children and remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.