CPSC Recall in 2010: Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings Recalled by Children's Apparel Network Due Strangulation Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 10-180

Date: March 23, 2010

Product Name: Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings

Recall Description:

The hooded sweaters were sold as part of a 3-piece set with knit shirt and corduroy pants. The girls' acrylic sweater has flower appliqués and embroidery. A Young Hearts label in the neck seam has RN# 16435. The sweaters were sold in sizes 2-4T and 4-6X.

Hazard Description:

The hooded sweaters have a drawstring at the neck which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) 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 9,700

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Burlington Coat Factory, Pamida and Ross Stores nationwide from June 2008 through November 2008 for about $15.

Manufactured In:

China