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CPSCRecalled Jan 31, 2008 · #08177

Girls' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Sold Exclusively at Marshalls Stores Recalled by Apollo Jeans Due to Strangulation Hazard

Hazard

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which poses a strangulation hazard to children.

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Description

The recalled velour jackets have a drawstring at the neck. The jackets are hooded, zip up the front, have a front pocket, and were sold with matching velour pants. The word "DIVA" with rhinestones is displayed across the front of the jackets. They were sold in children's sizes small, medium, large, extra-large and 4, 5, 6, and 6X and came in red, blue and beige colors. "Apollo Active Wear" and either style number 5033gk or 5033gg are printed on the jackets' neck tag.

Product details

Product
Girls' Hooded Jackets
Type
Clothing (Children)
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Marshalls Stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $15.
Made in
South Korea

What you should do

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket's hood to eliminate the hazard, or return it for a full refund to either the place of purchase or Apollo Jeans.

View the official CPSC notice