August 7, 2008
Kids with Character LLC is recalling about 1,200 Bongo Cheetah Girls Jackets. The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
The recalled garments are Bongo Cheetah Girls Jackets with style number 8N6003 and RN number 119132 printed on the care label. The jackets were sold in girls sizes 4 through 6X.
The jackets, made in China, were sold at Marshalls stores nationwide from November 2007 through August 2008 for about $25.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either Marshalls retail store or Kids with Character for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids with Character collect at (212) 695-6343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
