June 10, 2009
About 80,000 Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets are being recalled. The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
This recall involves Speedy children's hooded zipper jackets and hooded pullover jackets with drawstrings. The jackets were sold in various colors (black, white, charcoal gray, heather gray, burgundy, green, royal blue, navy blue, baby blue, red, pink, brown and in sizes S-XXL. 'Speedy' can be found on a label located on the inside of the collar.
The jackets were sold at sportswear and clothing retail stores in the Los Angeles area from December 2004 through December 2008 for about $10. They were made in the U.S.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Speedy for a full refund.
For additional information, contact Speedy toll-free at (888) 901-8067 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
