CPSC Recall in 2009: Children's Hooded Jackets and Pullover Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Hard Tail Due to Strangulation Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 09-270

Date: July 08, 2009

Product Name: Hard Tail girl's hooded jackets and pullover sweatshirts

Recall Description:

The recalled hooded jackets and pullover sweatshirts have style numbers and RN number 107435 included on the care label found sewn inside on the lower left seam.

Hazard Description:

The jackets and pullovers have a drawstring through the hood or waist which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued 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 130

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Nordstrom's, Gingerbread Kids, Beautiful Kids, Tabeez, EZ Fashion, Village Kids, In Motion, Pitti Bimi, Red Apple and Kidding Around stores nationwide from July 2007 through September 2008 for about $60 to $85.

Manufactured In:

United States