Approximately 500 YMI Jeanswear girls' hooded sweatshirts are being recalled because the drawstrings in the hood pose a strangulation hazard to children. The affected sweatshirts feature a front zipper, a fur-lined hood, and a heart charm engraved with "YMI" on the zipper. They were sold in gray, purple, pink, and black colors with snowflake or flower designs in children's sizes 6 through 16. These garments were sold exclusively at dd's Discounts stores nationwide from December 2011 through January 2012 for about $13. Consumers can either remove the drawstrings themselves or return the item for a full refund.
The hood drawstrings can become caught or snagged on playground equipment or other items, posing a serious strangulation hazard to children. While no incidents have been reported, federal law prohibits drawstrings in children's upper outerwear hoods due to this risk.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sweatshirt from their child and remove the drawstrings or return the sweatshirt to a dd's Discounts store for a full refund.
Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response