Cobmex Inc. · Recalled
Cobmex Inc. Recalls Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
The recalled jackets have drawstrings in the hood and waist, or only at the waist. Children can get entangled and strangle in drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
- Units
- About 16,000
- Reports
- —
- Injuries
- —
- Deaths
- 0
- Price
- $30
- Remedy
- See notice
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Affected
The nylon, zipper-front jackets were sold in youth sizes and have a Cobmex neck label. The jackets were manufactured in various colors, including navy, black, green, red and wine. Only youth-size jackets with drawstrings are included in the recall.
The file
- Sold at
- Children's clothing and school uniform stores nationwide from January 2006 through February 2007 for about $30.
- Product type
- Clothing (Children)
- Made in
- South Korea
- Recalled by
- Cobmex Inc., of Lakewood, Calif.
Incident log
None reported.
What the notice says to do
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the jacket to the store where purchased for a refund.
For additional information, call Cobmex toll-free at (877) 926-2639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.cobmex.com
Recall notice published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This site is independent: always confirm on the official notice before acting.
Notice first dated MAR 08 2007; last revised MAY 23 2014.
