Children's Apparel Network recalls girls' hooded sweaters with drawstrings due to strangulation risk for young children. Remove drawstring or return for refund to eliminate hazard.
The hooded sweaters have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Children's Apparel Network is recalling girls' hood:ed sweaters with drawstrings because the neck drawstring can cause strangulation. This hazard affects children who might choke on the drawstring.
The drawstring at the neck can be easily pulled by a child, creating a risk of strangulation. This hazard is particularly dangerous for young children who may not understand the danger.
Parents and caregivers of children who own the recalled sweaters. Young children are most at risk due to the strangulation hazard.
Look for girls' hooded sweaters with drawstrings sold in sizes 2-4T and 4-6X. The sweaters have flower appliqués and embroidery and a Young Hearts label with RN# 16435 in the neck seam.
Take the drawstring out of the sweater to eliminate the strangulation hazard.
Return the sweater to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Yes, the sweaters were sold as part of a 3-piece set with knit shirt and corduroy pants.
The record does not provide a specific model number; it mentions a Young Hearts label with RN# 16435 in the neck seam.
Check for girls' hooded sweaters with drawstrings sold in sizes 2-4T and 4-6X, with flower appliqués and embroidery, and a Young Hearts label with RN# 16435 in the neck seam.
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Subject: Recall 178 — Children's Apparel Network Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings Hello, I own a Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings that is covered by recall 178 from Children's Apparel Network. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase for a full refund. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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