High risk Recalled May 7, 2010 About 80 units Updated May 23, 2014

Girls' Vests with Drawstrings Recalled by MIM-PI USA Due to Strangulation Hazard

Clothing & sleepwearStrangulation

The hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the recalled garments to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the vests to the place of purchase for a store credit.

Contact: For additional information, contact MIM-PI USA collect at (407) 492-8361 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.mim-pi.com

About this recall

This recall involves girls' hooded sleeveless vests with drawstrings sold in sizes 2 through 10. The vests were sold in two colors: blue with pink flowers and black with white polka dots. Both styles have a fake fur trim around the hood and a black sweater-like knit trim at the armholes and waist. The vests have an interior zipper covered by an exterior flap closure and a sewn-in neck tag that reads "mim-pi."

Product photos

Picture of Recalled Vest
Picture of Recalled Vest
Picture of Recalled Vest
Picture of Recalled Vest

Photos: U.S. CPSC