CPSC Recall in 2013: Vans Recalls Boy's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-015

Date: November 07, 2013

Product Name: Boy's hooded jackets

Recall Description:

The jackets were sold with drawstrings through the hood around the neck area. These drawstrings are a hazard to young children.

Hazard Description:

The jackets have drawstrings in the hood around the neck area that pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines about drawstrings in children's upper outerwear. In 1997, those guidelines were incorporated into a voluntary standard. Then, in July 2011, based on the guidelines and voluntary standard, CPSC issued a federal regulation. CPSC's actions demonstrate a commitment to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on neck and waist drawstrings in upper outerwear, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair, Refund

Units: About 2,400

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Vans stores nationwide and online at vans.com from September 2012 through September 2013 for about $90.

Manufactured In:

India