CPSC Recall in 2009: Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Winter Bee Due To Strangulation Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 09-240

Date: June 09, 2009

Product Name: Speedy Children's Hooded Zipper Jackets and Kids Hooded Pullover Jackets

Recall Description:

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.

Hazard Description:

The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued drawstring guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 80,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Sportswear and clothing retail stores in the Los Angeles area from December 2004 through December 2008 for about $10.

Manufactured In:

United States