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CPSCCPSC · Consumer products·Recall number 00023

USA Olympic brand boys jackets

Published November 17, 1999

Summary

CPSC records recall 00023, published November 17, 1999. Recalling firm: J.C. Penney Co. Inc., of Plano, Texas; Reported units: About 20,000.

What's the hazard

There are 7-inch drawstrings at the bottom of the jackets. Children could be dragged if the drawstrings catch in a vehicle's door, and suffer injury or death.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the jackets immediately. Either remove the drawstrings or return the jacket to the nearest J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

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Recall details

Brand
J.C. Penney Co. Inc., of Plano, Texas
Manufacturer
J.C. Penney Co. Inc., of Plano, Texas
Distributor
J.C. Penney stores nationwide sold the jackets, from June 1999 to November 1999, for about $30.
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was USA Olympic brand boys jackets recalled?

Yes. CPSC published recall 00023 on November 17, 1999. Reported hazard: There are 7-inch drawstrings at the bottom of the jackets. Children could be dragged if the drawstrings catch in a vehicle's door, and suffer injury or death.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using the jackets immediately. Either remove the drawstrings or return the jacket to the nearest J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: J.C. Penney Co. Inc., of Plano, Texas.

View official CPSC notice(opens on cpsc.gov)