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BRAV USA Recalls Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazards

Agency Publication Date: April 21, 2021
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Summary

BRAV USA is recalling about 156 Swix branded Focus Down Jackets Jr. (item number 13162) because drawstrings in the hood and waist can become entangled on playground equipment, handrails, or moving objects, posing strangulation and entrapment risks to children. The jackets were sold in black, navy, and red in junior sizes 128, 140, 152, and 164 from September 2020 through March 2021. Consumers should immediately take these jackets away from children and choose one of the available remedies described in the What You Should Do section.

Risk

The drawstrings in the hood and waist can get caught on playground slides, school bus doors, or other moving objects, which can lead to strangulation or entrapment. No incidents or injuries have been reported at the time of this recall.

What You Should Do

  1. Immediately take the recalled Swix Focus Down Jacket Jr. away from children and stop using it.
  2. Check the hang tag of your jacket for item number 13162 and look for 'Swix' on the left chest and light gray paneling on the upper chest to confirm it is affected.
  3. Follow the official remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled jacket away from children and remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the jacket to BRAV USA for a full refund, shipping included.
  4. Contact BRAV USA at 800-343-8335 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday-Friday), email bravrecall.usa@brav.com, or visit swixsport.com and click 'Recall Information' for instructions on how to remove the drawstrings or process a refund.
  5. For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ“‹Refund, Replace

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jacket away from children and remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard, or return the jacket to BRAV USA for a full refund, shipping included.

Contact: BRAV USA at 800-343-8335 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email bravrecall.usa@brav.com or online at http://swixsport.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for instructions on how to remove the drawstrings from the jackets or to receive a full refund.

Affected Products

Product: Swix Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Black)
Model:
13162
Date Ranges: September 2020 through March 2021
Product: Swix Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Navy)
Model:
13162
Date Ranges: September 2020 through March 2021
Product: Swix Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Red)
Model:
13162
Date Ranges: September 2020 through March 2021

Product Images

Recalled Swix branded Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Black)

Recalled Swix branded Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Black)

Recalled Swix branded Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Blue)

Recalled Swix branded Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Blue)

Recalled Swix branded Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Red)

Recalled Swix branded Focus Down Jacket Jr. (Red)

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Recall ID: 21114
Status: Active
Sold By: WMS Store, Gallatin Alpine Sports and other outdoor and ski apparel stores nationwide and online at www.swixonline.com to ski racing clubs and others from September 2020 through March 2021 for about $160.
Manufactured In: China
Units Affected: About 156
Distributed To: Nationwide
Importer: BRAV USA Inc., of Haverhill, Mass.
Contact: BRAV USA at 800-343-8335 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email bravrecall.usa@brav.com or online at http://swixsport.com and click on "Recall Information" at the bottom of the page for instructions on how to remove the drawstrings from the jackets or to receive a full refund.
Agency Last Updated: April 21, 2021

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