High risk Recalled March 15, 2006 About 30,000 units Updated May 21, 2024

Jordache Ltd. Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring for Strangulation Hazard

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The hazard

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

Incidents reported: None reported.

What to do now

Consumers should remove or cut the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.

Contact: For additional information, contact Jordache Ltd. toll-free at (888) 295-3267 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit JC Penney's Web site at http://www.jcpenney.com or e-mail the firm at bpalmer@jeans-wear.com

About this recall

The recalled youth hooded fleece garments have drawstrings. They were sold in a variety of colors and have "U.S. Polo Assn." written on them. A sewn-in tag also reads, "U.S. Polo Assn". The style number for these garments is 12-5169.

Product photos

Recalled Sweatshirt
Recalled Sweatshirt

Photos: U.S. CPSC