CPSC Recall in 2014: Benetton Recalls United Colors of Benetton Boys Jackets; Waist Drawstring Poses Entanglement Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-272

Date: September 10, 2014

Product Name: Boy's hooded jacket with a waist drawstring

Recall Description:

The jackets have a drawstring at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors, posing an entrapment hazard.

Hazard Description:

The jackets have a drawstring at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors, posing significant entanglement hazard to 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:

Refund

Units: About 93

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Benetton stores nationwide and online at www.benetton.com and www.zappos.com from January 2014 through March 2014 for about $90.

Manufactured In:

China