CPSC Recall in 2017: JW Crawford Recalls Children’s Rain Ponchos Due to Strangulation Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 18-023

Date: November 03, 2017

Product Name: Kid’s rain ponchos

Recall Description:

This recall involves kids’ waterproof hooded rain ponchos sold in clear, red and blue. The lightweight ponchos were sold in packs of 6 and 12. A white nylon drawstring is attached at the neck of the 40 inches tall by 60 inches wide ponchos. “One size fits all” and  “Made in China” are printed on the front of the packaging.

Hazard Description:

A drawstring in the poncho’s hood poses 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 and/or entanglement hazard to children.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund, Repair

Units: About 1,300

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

Online at Amazon.com and Wealers.com from May 2016 through July 2016 for about $12 for a 6 pack and $17 for a 12 pack.

Manufactured In:

China