CPSC Recall in 2009: Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Allura Imports Due to Strangulation Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-050

Date: November 24, 2009

Product Name: Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts

Recall Description:

This recall involves girl's velour hooded sweatshirts with a zip front. The sweatshirts were sold as a part of a 2-piece set. "Major Diva" is printed on the front of the sweatshirts. The tag on the inside of the sweatshirts reads, "2b REAL." The sweatshirts were sold in hot pink, light pink, ivory and khaki, and in sizes 4, 5/6 and 6X.

Hazard Description:

The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young 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 3,700

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide from October 2008 through July 2009 for about $11.

Manufactured In:

China