CPSC Recall in 2014: Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard

Updated on March 25, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 14-286

Date: September 30, 2014

Product Name: Boys Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts

Recall Description:

The sweatshirts have drawstrings around the neck area which pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Hazard Description:

The sweatshirts have drawstrings around the neck area which pose a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an 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 7,800

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Fred Myer and Kroger stores nationwide from June 2014 through August 2014 for about $18.

Manufactured In:

Pakistan